Reaching your PERSONAL BEST

What better way to share your love during the holidays then by sharing your healthy habits! Try this green bean recipe instead of the traditional casserole. Green Beans with Hazelnuts and Gorgonzola 2 pounds green beans, stem ends trimmed 2 tablespoons nut oil, such as hazelnut, almond, or walnut 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled (about 1/2 cup) 1/2 cup roasted blanched hazelnuts, coarsely chopped Steam green beans until crisp-tender, 4 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and toss with oil and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with Gorgonzola and nuts. This dish is much healthier than its casserole counterpart. The Gorgonzola's rich, creamy texture offers a nice counterpoint to the crunchy, selenium-packed nuts. Briefly steaming the beans rather than boiling retains their vitamin C and B6 content.