GREEN BEANS WITH SHALLOTS, THYME, & SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Green Beans with Shallots, Thyme, & Shiitake Mushrooms Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-10360

Number Of Ingredients 11

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