place 2 TBSP. sliced Almonds in a skillet over med/high heat 2-3 minutes. Set them aside. Put a thin layer of water in the bottom of that same skillet and bring to a boil. Salt and add 1 LB. cleaned string beans. Cook 5-6 minutes with NO COVER. Drain and Toss with butter. Zest lemon and put all into skillet (lemon zest, string beans, almonds). Warm through and serve.

I also like to add a chopped red onion to this. I fry it in that same pan just after taking the string beans out to drain. It adds a lot of flavor and my hubby loves it!

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