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Green Beans with almonds and brown sugar on top in wooden bowl on counter top

Magnolia Table Green Beans Amandine Side Dish

Quick, healthy, sweet- this green bean side dish is hard to beat!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • Salt
  • 1.5 pounds green beans, ends snapped
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 1/2 tbsp dry sherry or sherry vinegar
  • 1 c sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large saucepan of generously salted water to a rolling boil. Add the green beans and cook until aldente, 6-8 minutes. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
  • While green beans cook, pour almonds into small skillet over medium heat and toast for a few minutes (until fragrant and slightly browned).
  • Return the saucepan to medium heat. Melt the butter, then add the garlic and sauté until softened, about 30 seconds. Whisk in the brown sugar, sherry, and cider vinegar. Add the green beans and toss until well coated.
  • Add the almonds, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the pepper and toss until well combined. Remove from the heat. Transfer to a serving dish. Serve hot.
  • Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.