green beans

By carlaschwartz

1/2 cup(s) slivered almonds
2 tsp olive oil
3 clove(s) (medium) garlic clove(s), minced
8 cup(s) green snap beans, fresh, trimmed, or thawed if frozen
1/2 cup(s) canned chicken broth, or vegetable broth
1/2 tsp table salt, or to taste
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup(s) slivered almonds
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 3 clove(s) (medium) garlic clove(s), minced
• 8 cup(s) green snap beans, fresh, trimmed, or thawed if frozen
• 1/2 cup(s) canned chicken broth, or vegetable broth
• 1/2 tsp table salt, or to taste
• 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Place almonds in a large dry skillet and place pan over medium heat. Cook until nuts are golden brown, shaking pan frequently, about 2 to 4 minutes. Remove nuts from pan; set aside.


Heat oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook , stirring, 1 minute. Add string beans and sauté 1 minute. Add broth to pan; cover and steam until string beans are crisp-tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add salt and pepper; stir to coat. Remove from heat; stir in toasted almonds. Yields about 3/4 cup per serving.