Green Bean Amandine

 

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds (toasted, if desired)
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
• Trim the beans, cutting off a small part of each end. Look over the beans, discarding beans that are wrinkled, limp, or have soft spots. Rinse the beans well and pat dry.
• In a heavy saucepan, place the green beans in cold water to cover and bring to a boil over high heat.
• Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until the beans are crisp-tender. Drain well and set the beans aside.
• Melt the butter and olive oil in the same saucepan and add the garlic and almonds. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the almonds begin to brown.
• Add the beans along with the lemon juice, salt, and pepper and toss gently to coat.
• Serve immediately and enjoy.