Green Bean Almondine

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds
• 1 tsp garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Blanch green beans in salted boiling water for 3 minutes, then transfer to ice water.
2. In a pan, melt butter over medium heat and add minced garlic.
3. Add the blanched green beans and sauté for 5 minutes.
4. Add sliced almonds, cooking for an additional 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.