Wood will expand and contract across the grain, and a wide panel made of solid wood could change width by a half of an inch, warping the door frame. By allowing the wood panel to float, it can expand and contract without damaging the door.
Put trimmed and cleaned green beans in the steamer basket, set over the boiling water, cover, and steam until tender to the bite, 3 to 5 minutes (depending, again, on how crisp or tender you like your green beans).
1 Frozen green beans, stored in the freezer at 0 F, should be used within 12 months. 2  For frozen green beans that remain loose and can be poured out of the bag individually, instead of beans that are frozen together, spread the cooled and drained beans on cookie sheets. Keep the water at a continuous boil for 3 to 3-1/2 minutes. 2  Remove the beans from the boiling water and immediately place the beans in a large pot or bowl of ice water. 3  Cooling time should also be about 3 to 3-1/2 minutes. 4  When completely cool, drain the beans in a colander or large strainer.