GREEN BEANS WITH BALSAMIC-SHALLOT BUTTER

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Nice green bean dish that can be prepared ahead of time. From Bon Appetit.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Vegetables

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 c balsamic vinegar
2 large shallots, finely chopped
4 Tbsp butter, room temperature
2 lb green beans, trimmed
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Combine vinegar and shallots in heavy small saucepan.
  • 2. Boil over medium heat until most vinegar is absorbed (about 1 tablespoon liquid should remain in pan), stirring frequently, about 6 minutes.
  • 3. Transfer mixture to small bowl; cool completely.
  • 4. Add butter; mix with fork until blended.
  • 5. Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 6 minutes. Drain.
  • 6. Refresh under cold water; drain.
  • 7. Pat dry with paper towels. (Balsamic-shallot butter and beans can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill.)
  • 8. Combine beans and balsamic-shallot butter in large nonstick skillet.
  • 9. Toss over medium heat until beans are heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • 10. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

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