1 c. water
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 lbs. green beans, ends snipped off & beans sliced
1/2 c. butter
Salt & pepper to taste
Lemon juice to taste

Bring water to a boil. Separate onion slices into rings and add. Add green beans, butter, salt, pepper and lemon juice. Boil until beans are tender. Serves 6.