Green beans can be very hit or miss–kind of like avocados. So many times I’ve gone to grab a big bunch at the grocery store only to look close and find a sad pile of wilted, discolored beans. Ya know what I’m talking about? Well, last weekend at the farmer’s market was not one of those times. I found the most beautiful, crisp green beans–possibly of my entire life–and hurriedly bagged an entire pound before anyone caught on to how perfect they were.
Little did I know one pound wouldn’t be nearly enough for the hubs and I to share without a fork fight over the last one.
The best thing about green beans is how low maintenance they are–minus trimming the tough ends, but that’s what kids or husbands or roommates are for, right? I mean, if they’re going to eat them, the least they can do is trim the ends.
Sautéed shallots, shredded Parmesan and toasted almonds and 15 minutes – that’s all you need to make any plate look and taste ridiculously gourmet.
Depending on how much you like green beans, the recipe generously serves 2, but could totally be portioned for 3, or maybe even 4 if you need to be polite and share.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound green beans, trimmed
- 3 shallots, minced
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup almonds, toasted & chopped
- salt & cracked pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan (optional)
Directions
Blanch green beans in a large stock pot of boiling water until bright green in color, about 2 minutes. Drain and shock in a bowl of ice water to stop from cooking.
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the butter and sauté the shallots until tender and browned, about 15 minutes. Increase the heat to medium and add the beans. Saute until coated and heated through, about 4-5 minutes. Just before removing from heat, add toasted almonds and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired. Remove from heat once cheese is just melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
PS. If you like these, check out my crusty Parmesan herb zucchini bites that happened to go completely viral on Pinterest
I love green beans in almonds! My boyfriend introduced me to them and they are by far my favorite side dish.
Holy moly. Cue the drool. We always make green beans with toasted almonds for Thanksgiving, but I’m totally adding parm next time!
I’ve never wanted green beans so bad at 10am in my life!