Ingredients

  • 1 lb green beans
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup almonds, coarsely chopped or 2 -3 tablespoons slivered almonds
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped (or finely sliced)
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or 1/4 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Method

  • Place the beans in a pan of boiling salted water (about 1 teaspoons salt) and cook for 3-5 minutes until firm but not raw, drain well. Or, alternatively, microwave with a little water for 4 minutes.
  • Melt the butter in a pan, add the olive oil and heat, add the almonds and onions and cook for 3 minutes, or until the almonds are lightly browned.
  • Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Add the beans, salt and pepper to taste and toss.
  • Add the chicken stock.
  • Cover and cook until desired tenderness, about 5-10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle beans with Parmesan; serve immediately.