Page 143 - Dodson Family Jewels 2009 Reunion Recipe Book 362_Neat

Green Beans with Shallots and Almonds

Submitted By Polly Ann Maness Gatlin

Ingredients:

Salt
2 lbs green beans cut into 1" pieces
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 cups sliced shallots
2 Tbsp unsalted butter at room temperature
½ cup sliced almonds, toasted

1. Fill large bowl with ice cubes and water. Bring a
large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add green beans to pot and cook until crisp tender,
about 5 minutes. Drain and plunge
beans into ice water bath. Drain beans again and
dry on paper towels.

2. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add
shallots and sauté until softened and lightly
browned, about 7 minutes. Add green beans and
butter and cook until beans are heated through,
about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with toasted almonds and
serve.

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