SIZZLED GREEN BEANS WITH PROSCIUTTO

Sizzled Green Beans with Prosciutto image

Provided by Kimberly Biegacki

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

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2 lb green beans trimmed
1 1/2 tsp freshly grated lemon zest
1/4 c blanced almonds
freshly ground pepper
1/4 tsp of salt divided
2 tsp minced thyme leaves
4 clove garlic minced
2-3 oz prosciutto thinly sliced, cut into ribbons
2 1/2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil divided
1 tsp lemon juice

Steps:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add beans, return to a boil, and simmer until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain.
2. Heat 1/2 tsp oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add prosciutto; cook, stirring, until crispy, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel.
3. Wipe out the pan; heat the remaining 2 tsps oil over medium heat. Add the beans, garlic, sage, 1/8 tsp salt and several grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are browned in places, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in pine nuts, lemon zest and the prosciutto. Season with lemon juice, the remaining 1/8 tsp salt and pepper.