Green Beans With Almonds
["3 pounds fresh green beans (stem ends removed)", "1/2 teaspoon butter flavored buds or butter flavored cooking spray", "1/8 teaspoon garlic powder", "1 1/2 teaspoons crushed dried thyme", "2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted"]
["Bring green bean to a boil in a large covered pot.", "Reduce heat and simmer until crisp and tender, 3 to 4 minutes.", "Drain. Toss with butter flavored buds, garlic powder and thyme.", "Garnish with toasted almonds.", "Serve hot."]
["green beans", "butter", "garlic", "thyme", "slivered almonds"]