green beans d'hôtel

Recipe by
Ellen Bales

This recipe was introduced to me by my son's lady friend about a year ago and I have been hooked ever since! It is definitely addictive.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 2 Hr 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For green beans d'hôtel

  • 1 lb
    fresh green beans
  • 1 tsp
    butter
  • 1/3 c
    slivered almonds
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 pinch
    black pepper

How To Make green beans d'hôtel

  • 1
    Wash and trim the green beans and place into a medium size pan. Cover the beans with water.
  • 2
    Bring the beans to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer, covered, about 2 hours, or less, depending on your preferences.
  • 3
    Drain the beans and keep warm.
  • 4
    In a small skillet, melt the butter and add the slivered almonds.
  • 5
    Over medium heat, brown the almonds in the butter until they are golden brown.
  • 6
    Add salt and pepper to the beans, and stir in the almonds.
  • 7
    Serve as a side dish with any meal. Note: you can add bacon, sausage or small ham chunks while cooking the beans if you feel you need some meat with your meal.
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