Beans with Lemon and Garlic Crumbs

1. 1

   Trim the beans and slice into short, thick pieces.

2. 2

   Drop into boiling water and boil until tender.

3. 3

   Melt the butter in a shallow pan over a moderate heat and add the garlic, sage, parsley and lemon and stir for a minute or so, without letting them colour.

4. 4

   Add the crumbs to the seasoned butter and continue cooking until the crumbs have soaked up the butter and are starting to turn pale gold.

5. 5

   You may need a bit more butter.

6. 6

   Drain the beans and put them into a warm serving dish.

7. 7

   Scatter over the garlic and herb crumbs.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.