GREEN BEANS WITH SHALLOTS & DILL

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Found this tasty green bean dish in Victoria magazine. So good with fresh beans and dill from the garden.

Provided by Debster

Categories     Vegetable

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs green beans, trimmed
ice water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup minced shallot
salt
fresh ground pepper
1 -2 tablespoon fresh dill
1 teaspoon grated lemon, rind of
fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Blanch the green beans in boiling salted water for 6 to 7 minutes, or until just tender.
  • Drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to set the color.
  • Drain and pat dry.
  • Transfer to a plastic storage bag& chill.
  • (Beans may be prepared 1 day in advance.) In a large skillet set over moderate heat, cook the shallots in the olive oil, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden.
  • Add the green beans and salt and pepper and cook until heated through.
  • Add the dill, lemon peel, and lemon juice.
  • Toss to coat, and transfer to a serving dish.

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