GREEN BEANS WITH SHALLOTS, THYME, AND SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS

Green Beans with Shallots, Thyme, and Shiitake Mushrooms image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds green beans, trimmed
2tablespoons olive oil
2tablespoons butter
1/4cup thinly sliced shallots (2 medium)
12ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and halved
2teaspoons finely shredded lemon peel
3tablespoons lemon juice
2tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
Coarse sea salt or kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2cup slivered almonds (optional)

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to boiling. Add green beans. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Cook, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain green beans in a colander. Run cold water over beans until chilled to stop the cooking and keep the beans bright green.
In an extra-large skillet heat oil and butter over medium heat. Add shallots; cook just until tender, stirring frequently. Add mushrooms; cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently.
Add green beans. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes or until heated through, tossing occasionally. Add lemon peel, lemon juice, and thyme; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. If desired, garnish with almonds.
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