The younger the green beans, the better the puree. Frozen green beans can also be used.

Ingredients

- 750g (1 1/2 lb) tender, fresh green beans
- water

Preparation

· Wash and snap off ends. Cut beans into thirds.
· Stream over boiling water approximately 10-15 minutes or until tender.
· In the microwave, put beans into a covered glass dish with 60 ml (1/4 cup) of water. Cook at high power 8-10 minutes. Stir with a fork after half the cooking time.
· Allow to stand 3 minutes before putting into the blender.
· Place half the cooked beans and 80 ml (1/3 cup) of water into the blender. Puree. Repeat with the remaining beans.
· Pour into ice-cube trays and freeze.
Yield: 2 ice-cube trays full
Storage life: 6 months