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Summer Green Beans

5 star rating
 

Submitted by: Megan D.

 

Photo by: Katy Stovall

Fresh green beans are mixed with cooked mushrooms and topped with walnuts, parmesan cheese and salt and pepper to taste.
 

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz. sliced fresh mushrooms of your choice
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (Optional: toast lightly in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant)
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

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Method

Cook green beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain into colander; rinse green beans under cold water to stop cooking and keep their bright color; drain well. In large nonstick skillet over medium heat saute mushrooms in olive oil until tender and their juices have evaporated, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in green beans; heat through. Top with walnuts, cheese, salt, and pepper to taste.

 

Notes: Try this with grilled chicken or fresh seafood that you buy--or better yet, catch!

 

Number of Servings: 6

 

Submitted by: Megan D. ()

 

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