Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon smart balance margarine
  • 1 lb French haricots vert, trimmed
  • 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup almonds, slivered
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Method

  • Place the oil and margarine in a skillet over medium-low heat (low heat on a gas range) until melted.
  • Add the haricots verts, stir, and cover for 3 minutes. Add the sliced garlic, stir, and saute for 3 more minutes. Add the remaining ingredients, stir, and saute for the final 3 minutes.