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Green Bean Amandine

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Green Bean AmandineLara Ferroni

Chef Kris Wessel of Florida Cookery in Miami Beach, Florida, shared this recipe as part of a Palm Tree Christmas menu he created exclusively for Epicurious.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 10 to 12 servings

Ingredients

1

tablespoon canola oil

1

/4 cup sliced shallots

2

cloves garlic, peeled and minced

3

pounds green beans, trimmed

1

/2 cup red-wine vinegar

1

1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

1

teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1

/2 cup chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth

1

/2 cup heavy cream

1

teaspoon coarsely chopped fresh rosemary

2

tablespoons unsalted butter

1

cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted

1

cup freshly grated sharp or extra-sharp white Cheddar cheese

Special Equipment

1

(2 1/2- to 3-quart) baking dish

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 375°F.

    Step 2

    In a large sauté pan or wok over moderate heat, warm the oil. Add the shallots and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute. Add the green beans, along with the vinegar, salt, and pepper, and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute. Add the chicken stock and cook, tossing occasionally, until the green beans are crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Using tongs, lift the green beans from the pan and transfer to the baking dish; set aside.

    Step 3

    Add the heavy cream and rosemary to the sauté pan and bring to a simmer. Continue simmering until slightly reduced, about 2 minutes. Add the butter and stir until melted, then pour the mixture over the green beans. DO AHEAD: The green beans can be prepared up to this point, covered, and kept at room temperature for 1 hour.

    Step 4

    Sprinkle the almonds and Cheddar over the green beans and bake until the cheese is melted and the green beans are hot, about 10 minutes.