Green Beans Almondine

How to Make Green Beans Almondine

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1. Bring a large pan of water with the 1 tbsp of salt to the boil and fill a large bowl with ice and water.

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2. Cook the beans in the boiling water for 4 minutes, until bright green and just tender. Drain and plunge them into the iced water for 2 minutes, then drain well and pat dry.

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3. Toast the almonds in a large dry frying pan over medium heat for 3 minutes, shaking the pan, until golden. Tip them onto a plate.

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4. Melt the butter in the same pan over medium heat, add the shallot, and cook for 2 minutes, until soft.

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5. Add the beans, salt and pepper and toss for 3 minutes, until hot.

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6. Take the pan off the heat, stir in the lemon juice and almonds, and serve at once.

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Tips for Making Green Beans Almondine

• Salt the water well and cool the beans in ice water. It seasons them, sets their green colour and stops them going soft.
• Dry the beans before they go in the pan. Water on them steams the butter and stops them glazing.
• Add the lemon juice at the end, off the heat. Cooked lemon turns dull and bitter, and fresh juice keeps its brightness.

What to Serve with Green Beans Almondine

• Roast turkey
• Baked salmon
• Roast chicken

Storing & Reheating Green Beans Almondine

Best eaten at once. The blanched beans can be cooled, dried and kept in the fridge for up to 1 day, and finished in the pan just before serving. Toasted almonds keep in a jar for a week.

Green Beans Almondine FAQ: Common Questions

Green Beans Almondine Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.