Wild Mushrooms, Frenchified Green Beans and Shallot Saute

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   *NOTE: Suggested mushrooms for this dish: portobellas, chanterelles, shiitake, oyster, etc.

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   In a large pot over medium-high heat melt 1/4 cup butter.

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   Add the shallots and thyme, sauteing until shallots begin to brown, approximately 4 minutes.

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   Add the mushrooms; season with salt and pepper.

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   Saute the mushroom mixture only until the juices evaporate, about 8-10 minutes.

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   Do not overcook.

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   The mushrooms should NOT be slimy!

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   Next add the Madeira, tossing with all the ingredients until evaporated, about 1 minute longer.

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   Set pan aside- off burner.

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    In a medium-sized pot of boiling, lightly salted water blanch the haricots until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.

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    Drain and rinse with cold water to halt cooking.

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    Drain.

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    Return pan of mushroom mixture to burner and add remaining 1 tablespoon of butter.

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    Stir in the haricots verts.

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    Toss the vegetables over medium-high heat until the butter has melted and vegetables are heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

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    If mixture is too dry, add some vegetable or chicken broth 1 tablespoon at a time.

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    Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

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    Transfer vegetables to serving dish and garnish with thyme or summer savory sprig if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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