Green Beans and Tomatoes

1. 1

   Cut green beans to desired to 1.5 or 2 inches in length.

2. 2

   Blanch green beans in a large pot of salted boiling water for about 3 or 4 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain green beans and place in a bowl cold water to prevent further cooking.

4. 4

   Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

5. 5

   Add the oil and the butter, let butter melt.

6. 6

   Add the garlic and shallot to oil and melted butter mixture and saute unitl shallots are glassey, about a minute or two.

7. 7

   Add the green beans to the pan and season with salt and pepper, mix until green beans are coated in the butter, let cook about two minutes, stirring ocassioanlly.

8. 8

   Add tomatoes and cook another 3 to 5 minutes or until heated through; be sure to mix gently so as not to break tomateos up too much.

9. 9

   Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

10. 10

    Just before serving add lemon zest or cheese if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.