We prepare this dish using frozen beans. However, it is always better to use the fresh ones.
Green Beans with Almonds
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds fresh green beans green beans, pole beans, lima beans-use one kind, or a combination of two or three
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ½ cup favorite chopped toasted nuts cashews, almonds, pecans
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the beans in cold water. Trim ends if necessary.
- Over medium-high heat, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the beans and blanch until slightly softened, 3-5 minutes. Drain the beans well.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter and olive oil together. Add the blanched and drained beans. Cook, stirring, until the beans are crispy, soft, and hot, about 3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Sprinkle the beans with the parsley, nuts, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss well. Serve immediately.
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