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Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound fresh green beans
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced

Method

  • Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a 5-quart saucepan.
  • While waiting for the water to boil, trim ends off green beans.
  • Place green beans in a colander or steamer basket.
  • Place colander over the boiling water and cover with a lid, or place steamer basket in steamer and cover.
  • Steam green beans for 2 minutes, or until crisp tender.
  • Meanwhile, place a non-stick small saute skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Without any oil, add almonds and toss them lightly while sauteing; dry saute until almonds are toasty brown.
  • Remove almonds from heat and combine with green beans.
  • Toss until well mixed.
  • Season, to taste, with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  • Serve warm.