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Balsamic Green Beans

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Category: Peppers, Beans

 Ingredients List

  • 2 pounds fresh haricots verts (tiny green beans), trimmed $
  • 6 large shallots
  • Vegetable oil $
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar $
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar $
  • 3 tablespoons butter $
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup lightly salted roasted almonds, coarsely chopped $
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 5 slices) $

 Directions

1. Cook beans in boiling salted water to cover 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Plunge beans into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain.

2. Cut shallots crosswise into thin slices; separate into rings. Pour oil to depth of 1 inch into a heavy saucepan; heat over medium-high heat to 350°. Fry shallots, in batches, 1 to 2 minutes or until crisp. Remove from skillet using a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.

3. Cook vinegar and sugar in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, 5 to 6 minutes or until reduced to 3 Tbsp. Stir in butter until blended. Add beans, and sauté 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated; season with salt and pepper to taste. Arrange on a serving platter. Top with shallots, almonds, and bacon. Serve immediately.

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