Green Beans with Shallots, Thyme, & Shiitake Mushrooms

By á-10360

These green beans aren't just any ordinary green beans and come highly recommended.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds green beans, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallots, 2 medium
• 12 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and halved
• 2 teaspoons finely shredded lemon peel
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
• Coarse sea salt or kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to boiling. Add green beans. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Cook, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain green beans in a colander. Run cold water over beans until chilled to stop the cooking and keep the beans bright green.

In an extra-large skillet heat oil and butter over medium heat. Add shallots; cook just until tender, stirring frequently. Add mushrooms; cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently.

Add green beans. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes or until heated through, tossing occasionally. Add lemon peel, lemon juice, and thyme; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. If desired, garnish with almonds.