Green Beans To Impress
Description:
This simple dish has a lot going for it: fresh green beans, toasted nuts, and the salty goodness of fresh parmesan slivers. Itโs very easy, yet looks stunning with the parmesan shards โ and it will definitely impress your guests.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: Varies
Ingredients:
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup walnuts
- 1 piece fresh parmesan cheese
Keywords:
Fruit, Vegetable, Nuts, Kid Friendly, Kosher, Less than 30 Minutes, Stove Top, Easy
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 180.6
- Fat Content: 14.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 21.6mg
- Sodium Content: 117mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 9.5g
- Fiber Content: 3.7g
- Sugar Content: 4g
- Protein Content: 6.4g
Recipe Instructions:
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Top and tail the beans, but leave them whole. |
| 2 | Bring a large pot of water to boil and, when boiling, drop beans in; cook approximately eight minutes or until beans are tender-crisp (if you like your beans to be softer, by all means cook them longer). |
| 3 | Drain well and set aside. |
| 4 | In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. |
| 5 | Add walnuts to pan and, stirring frequently to prevent burning, cook walnuts for 2 or 3 minutes, or until they start to turn golden and are fragrant. |
| 6 | Add drained beans to skillet and toss gently, making sure beans get coated with butter. |
| 7 | Heat through for one minute, stirring gently once or twice, then turn out onto a shallow serving platter. |
| 8 | Shave or sliver parmesan so it is in shards (most box graters have a slicing side, and this works well), and place all parmesan slivers on top of beans and walnuts; serve immediately. |
| 9 | Note: if you absolutely cannot find a cheese counter where you can buy a piece of parmesan cheese, use 1/4 cup grated, but please make sure it is freshly grated; there is a huge flavour difference between fresh and the grated stuff you can buy off the shelf. |
This recipe for Green Beans To Impress is a delightful combination of fresh flavors and textures. The green beans, tender yet crisp, are complemented by the nuttiness of walnuts and the rich, salty taste of parmesan cheese. Itโs a dish that comes together effortlessly, making it perfect for both weekday dinners and special occasions. The steps are straightforward, from blanching the beans to toasting the walnuts and finishing with the delicate shaving of parmesan. The result is a visually stunning dish that will leave your guests impressed and coming back for seconds. So why not elevate your green beans to something truly extraordinary with this simple yet elegant recipe? Itโs guaranteed to be a hit at your next gathering! ๐ฑ๐ง
