Green Bean Almondine

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: North American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Servings: servings

Calories: 104kcal

Author: Lord Byron's Kitchen

This quick and easy side dish is perfect any time of the year, but in our home, green beans are always a popular side for thanksgiving. This recipe pairs fresh green beans with nutty sliced almonds and fresh lemon juice. Green Bean Almondine is a classic; don't miss out!

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
2 pounds green beans, tips trimmed
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

In a skillet over medium heat, melt two tablespoons of butter until it begins to bubble. Add the blanched sliced almonds and stir into the butter. Continue to fry the almonds, stirring constantly for two minutes.
Next, add the garlic - continuing to stir, cook the garlic with the sliced almonds for two additional minutes.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the almonds and garlic from the skillet and set them aside on a plate. Do not wipe out the skillet!
Add the remaining two tablespoons of butter, green beans, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat in the butter. Saute for 3-5 minutes or until beans are heated through, but not limp or soft.
Once the beans are cooked to your liking, turn off the heat. Add the lemon zest and sliced almonds with garlic. Toss into the beans until well distributed.
Transfer cooked green beans to a platter. Squeeze approximately one tablespoon of fresh lemon juice over the beans just before serving. Enjoy!

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