Stringed Beans
190. Prepare the beans by cutting each end and stripping off the tough fibre, commonly known as the string; cut each bean in three or four pieces, and stew them in very little water, which has been salted, so that when they are done the pan will be nearly dry. They require from one to two hours to boil. When they are perfectly soft drain them in a colander, then put them in a pan and season with butter, pepper and salt to the taste. Serve them hot.