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Green Beans with Toasted Pecans

Green Beans with Toasted Pecans

Nutty green beans make the perfect side for whatever main dish is on the menu.

Everyday Food, September 2008 http://www.marthastewart.com/313553/green-beans-with-toasted-pecans
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  • Prep Time 10 minutes
  • Total Time 15 minutes
  • Yield Serves 4

Ingredients

    • 1/2 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
    • 3/4 pound green beans, stem ends removed
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Coarse salt and ground pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place pecans on a rimmed baking sheet; toast until fragrant, 6 to 7 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, set a steamer basket in a large saucepan. Fill with enough water to come just below basket; bring to a simmer. Place green beans in basket; cover, and steam until crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Transfer green beans to a serving platter; drizzle with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with pecans.

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