French Green Beans Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
2. Add green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
3. Drain and immediately transfer to ice water to stop cooking.
4. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
5. Add garlic and shallot, cooking until fragrant and softened.
6. Add white wine and chicken broth, bringing to a simmer.
7. Add green beans, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
8. Toss to combine and cook for 5-7 minutes until beans are heated through.
9. Add fresh parsley and lemon juice, tossing to combine.
10. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
11. Serve immediately while hot.