GREEN BEANS CAESAR

GREEN BEANS CAESAR 

yields 5 servings (from an old Betty Crocker recipe)

1.5 lbs fresh green beans, cut into 1" pieces
2 T canola oil
1 T vinegar
1 T minced onion
1/4 tsp salt
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/8 tsp pepper
2 T dried bread crumbs
2 T grated Parmesan cheese
1 T butter, melted
Paprika


Place 1/3 cup of water, 1/4 tsp salt and beans in a 2-quart microwaveable casserole dish. Cover tightly and microwave on high 4 minutes; stir. Cover and microwave until crisp-tender, 4-6 minutes longer; drain. Toss beans, oil, vinegar, onion, garlic and pepper. Cover tightly and microwave on high 2 minutes; stir. Mix bread crumbs, cheese and butter; sprinkle over beans. Sprinkle with paprika.