Skillet green beans with almonds

Method

1. 01

   Blanch beans in salted boiling water until bright and crisp-tender, then cool under cold water and dry well.

2. 02

   Toast almonds in a dry skillet and set aside.

3. 03

   Heat butter or oil in the skillet. Add beans and toss until hot and lightly blistered.

4. 04

   Finish with lemon zest, a squeeze of juice, almonds, salt, and pepper.