Green Beans: Joe's Green Beans

posted by Pat T 08-31-101 7:36 PM

Joe’s Green Beans

2 lbs. green beans, trimmed
4 Tblsp. olive oil
2 - 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 Tblsp. lemon juice
1 Tblsp. grated lemon rind
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese


Boil or steam the beans until tender but crisp. Drain and set aside. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over moderate heat and sauté the garlic 1 minute. Add the beans and shake the skillet to coat with the oil. Add the lemon juice, lemon rind, salt, and pepper, shaking the pan to combine. Serve sprinkled with the Parmesan cheese. Serves 4 to 6.

Adapted from "James Beard's American Cookery," James Beard, Budget Book Service, Inc., New York, 1972.

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