Green Beans With Pancetta & Toasted Almonds

"A new take on an old classic. The pancetta adds a nice smokiness, but is not overpowering and greasy."
 
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photo by Chandra M photo by Chandra M
photo by Chandra M
Ready In:
25mins
Ingredients:
6
Serves:
4
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ingredients

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directions

  • In a medium pot with steamer insert, bring a few inches of water to a boil.
  • In a large skillet, toast the almonds until golden brown. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • Add the beans to the steamer insert. Steam until bright green, but still slightly crisp. About 5 minutes.
  • In the large skillet, melt the butter and add the pancetta. Cook on medium until the pancetta just starts to crisp.
  • Add the beans to the skillet and toss to coat. Continue cooking until the beans are done, about 3 minutes.
  • Serve the beans with the toasted almonds on top. Season to taste with salt & pepper.

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Reviews

  1. This was delicious. Served this at a dinner party over the weekend and my guests raved about it. Thank you for posting. I prepared this recipe exactly as posted.
     
  2. simple and full of mouth feel..texture combo and taste are great.
     
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