Simply Elegant Green Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb fresh green beans, ends trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Preparation

Steam green beans in boiling water until crisp-tender (4-6 minutes).
Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat, add walnuts, and toast in oil for about 3 minutes.
Add green beans, salt and pepper.
Saute for about 3 more minutes.
Add balsamic vinegar, toss with beans and walnuts to thoroughly coat.
Remove from heat.
Sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese, toss lightly and transfer to serving dish.