2 lb Fresh green beans
1/2 c  Water
3 tb Butter or margarine
1/3 c  Slivered, blanched almonds
1 ts Salt
1/4 ts Pepper
1/4 ts Ground nutmeg (optional)

1. Wash beans and cut off ends. Place in a deep, 2-quart heat- resistant,
non-metallic casserole with water. 2. Heat, covered, in e Oven 10
to 12 minutes or until until beans are crisp-tender. Drain beans. 3. Add
remaining ingredients to drained green beans. 4. Stir to combine. 5. Heat,
uncovered, in Microwave Oven 5 minutes or until butter has melted and beans
are tender.