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> Still learning basic techniques.
>
> I have a minestrone recipe that I've made in the past, and it's great.
> It calls for a can of green beans. I have fresh green beans on hand.
>
> If I want to use the fresh beans, can I just put them into the soup,
> considering that's it's going to simmer for a couple of hours?
>
> Or do I need to boil them ( or something else) first?
>
> Thanks!

Into the soup for two will cook them.
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