Yellow Wax Beans With Toasted Almonds - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb yellow wax bean, ends trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup whole blanched almond, coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Preparation

Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of the salt and the wax beans, return to a boil, and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes.
Drain and plunge into a bowl of ice water. Drain again and set aside.
Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the almonds and cook, stirring often, until they begin to turn golden but not brown, about 2 minutes.
Transfer to a plate and sprinkle with the remaining salt and the pepper.
Place the beans in a large bowl, toss with the almonds, and serve.