Italian Green Beans and Carrots

1 pound clean and trimmed green beans
1/2 pound carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/4
4 or more cloves garlic, can leave whole or minced
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 taspoon black pepper

Steam or blanch green beans and carrots 1-2 minutes or until slightly soft. Set aside. Place olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and saute minutes. Add prepared green beans and carrots, tossing to coat vegetables in oil. Add italian seasoning and butter. Saute 5-8 minutes. Add salt and pepper. Place in 1 1/2-quart container. Serve hot or cool, cover and refrigerate to serve as a cold salad or side dish. Serves 6-8.