Green Beans with Peanut-Ginger Dressing

 

1

lb fresh green beans, trimmed

1/4

cup creamy peanut butter

1

tablespoon sugar

2

tablespoons rice vinegar

2

tablespoons soy sauce

1

tablespoon vegetable oil

1/4

teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1

piece (1 inch) gingerroot, peeled, finely chopped (2 tablespoons)

1

clove garlic, finely chopped

Chopped peanuts, if desired

• 1 In 3-quart saucepan, heat 6 cups water to boiling over high heat. Add beans to boiling water. Cook 4 to 6 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain. Cover; refrigerate while making dip.
• 2 In medium bowl, beat remaining ingredients except peanuts with wire whisk until smooth. Cover; refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors. Stir before serving. Garnish with peanuts. Serve beans with dip.