Lemon Green Beans with Walnuts
Source of Recipe
Aunt Saunny
Ingredients
a.. 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
b.. 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
c.. 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
d.. 1 lemon, juiced and zested
e.. salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Arrange nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in the preheated oven until lightly browned, approximately 5 to 10 minutes.
2 Place green beans in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Steam for 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender, but still bright green.
3 Place cooked beans in a large bowl, and toss with butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer beans to a serving dish, and sprinkle with toasted walnuts. Serve immediately.
Makes 4 servings
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