Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 teaspoons ground allspice
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic until lightly browned. Mix in green beans and water, and bring to a boil. Stir in allspice, salt, and pepper. Cover, and simmer 20 minutes, until green beans are soft.