Green Beans with Brown Butter & Pecans

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Serves eight to ten.

by Robert Carter
from Fine Cooking
Issue 24
Last Edit Date: 7/21/2011 12:12:03 PM

I also give Brussels sprouts this toasty, buttery treatment; I just cook them longer for a tender bite.

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Kosher salt
2 lb. green beans, trimmed
1/4 lb. (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans
2 Tbs. fresh lemon juice; more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans; cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and reserve.

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the shallots and pecans; cook, stirring, until the butter turns a light brown and begins to smell nutty; be careful not to burn it. Add the beans and toss to coat. Cook until the beans are warmed through, about 3 minutes. Add the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.

nutrition information (per serving):
Size : based on ten servings; Calories (kcal): 160; Fat (g): 13; Fat Calories (kcal): 120; Saturated Fat (g): 6; Protein (g): 2; Monounsaturated Fat (g): 5; Carbohydrates (g): 9; Polyunsaturated Fat (g): 1; Sodium (mg): 430; Cholesterol (mg): 25; Fiber (g): 3;

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by elisebuck, 10/13/2008This was very good but a little on the greasy side, so if you are not into that, you won't love this recipe. The flavour is amazing though, and the lemon really makes all the flavours come out. I would make it again.

by ladybud, 11/11/2007