HARICOTS VERTS WITH TOASTED WALNUTS AND CHEVRE

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Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT5. From Fine Cooking magazine, June/July 2009. I can't wait to try this! More goat cheese may be added, if you like.

Provided by KateL

Categories     Cheese

Time 21m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

kosher salt, for well-salted water (1 Tbsp per quart)
3/4 lb green beans or 3/4 lb yellow beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons shallots, minced
1/3 cup walnuts, lightly toasted and chopped
2 teaspoons walnut oil
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 ounces fresh goat cheese (2/3 cup) or 2 ounces chevre cheese, crumbled (2/3 cup)

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of well-salted water to a boil.
  • Cook the beans in the water until tender, 2-3 minutes.
  • Drain and run under cold water to cool. Drain well.
  • Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the shallots and cook, stirring, until they begin to brown, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the walnuts.
  • Add the walnut oil and the beans and cook, stirring to heat through, 2-3 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper and transfer the beans to a serving dish.
  • Sprinkle the boat cheese over the top and serve.

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