Wolfgang: Green Beans in Fresh Butter

By pavaldez

About this recipe:
Green beans are available a good part of the year; they taste best when prepared in the simplest way.

Ingredients

• 1 pound string green beans
• Salt
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• Freshly ground pepper

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

Cut the string beans in approximately 2-inch lengths, diagonally.

Bring a large pan of heavily salted water to a boil.

Add the beans and boil for 3 or 4 minutes, or until barely tender.
Drain and refresh in iced water for 1 minute.
Drain and dry well.

When ready to serve, heat the butter in a sauté pan until it is foamy.

Add the beans and toss in the butter for 1 or 2 minutes, until heated through.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve in a heated serving bowl or arrange attractively on each plate as an accompaniment to an entrée.