Yellow Wax Beans With Toasted Almonds

From Real Simple

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 6

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

Directions

1. 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.
2. Drain and plunge into a bowl of ice water. Drain again and set aside.
3. 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.
4. Transfer to a plate and sprinkle with the remaining salt and the pepper.
5. Place the beans in a large bowl, toss with the almonds, and serve.