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Lemon-almond Green Beans
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 25 Minutes
Servings: 8
Wonderful way to prepare Green Beans for Thanksgiving or any day!
Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs green beans, ends trimmed
2 tablespoons butter, divided
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons finely chopped almonds
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon, zest of
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Directions:
1. Cook beans until tender either by steaming (my preference) or in boiling water.
2. Drain and return to pot and toss with 1 tablespoon butter.
3. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Cover to keep warm.
5. In small saucepan, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat.
6. Add almonds and cook, stirring, until fragrant and lightly toasted, about 1 minute.
7. Add lemon zest and juice, and toss with the beans.
By RecipeOfHealth.com