Frenched Green BeansMartyn Thompson
The secret to this dish is the touch of Sherry vinegar, added at the last minute; it lends a sprightly note that complements the rest of the meal.
Recipe information
Total Time
45 min
Yield
Makes 10 to 12 servings
Ingredients
2
lb green beans, stem ends trimmed
3
/4 teaspoon salt
1
/4 teaspoon black pepper
2
teaspoons Sherry vinegar
1
1/2 tablespoons olive oil
Special Equipment
a green-bean frencher (optional)
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Preparation
Step 1
Force beans, trimmed ends first (keeping strings to the side), up through funnel of frencher (if using; see cooks' note, below).
Step 2
Cook beans in 2 batches in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until just tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer beans with a slotted spoon to a large bowl and toss with salt, pepper, vinegar, and oil. Serve hot or warm.