Green Bean Amandine

Ingredients for Green Bean Amandine

• 1 tablespoon canola oil

• 60ml sliced shallots

• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

• 1.4kg green beans, trimmed

• 120ml red-wine vinegar

• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• 120ml chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth

• 120ml double cream

• 1 teaspoon coarsely chopped fresh rosemary

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 230g sliced almonds, lightly toasted

• 150g freshly grated sharp or extra-sharp white Cheddar cheese

• 1 (2 1/2- to 3-quart) baking dish

Preheat the oven to 191°C.

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.

Add the double 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.

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.

Disclaimer

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