String Beans with Browned Butter and Almonds

Green beans served in a browned butter and almond sauce.

Ingredients

• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/3 cup slivered almonds, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

1. Bring large saucepan of water to a boil on high heat. Add the salt, and green beans. Cook until tender, 4 to 5 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, melt butter on medium heat in large skillet. Add almonds. Cook until both almonds and butter begin to brown lightly, about 3 minutes. Stir in lemon juice.

3. Drain beans; add to skillet, tossing to coat with butter mixture. Heat through.