Southern stir-fry green beans

• 1 1/2 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 c chopped pecans
• 2 Tbsp packed brown sugar

Heat olive oil in pan over medium heat. Sauté garlic 1 minute. Add green beans; cover, reduce to medium-low and cook 8 minutes, until tender, stirring occasionally. Add pecans and brown sugar; toss. Serve at once. Makes 6 servings