Family Favorite String Beans

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds string beans, both ends removed
• Kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon good olive oil
• 2 to 3 garlic cloves, sliced
• Freshly ground black pepper
   

Directions

1. Blanch the string beans in a large pot of boiling salted water for just 1 1/2 minutes
2. Drain immediately and immerse in a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking
3. When they are cool, drain and set aside
4. Heat the butter and olive oil in a very large sauté pan over medium heat
5. Cook the garlic for 1 to 2 minutes, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned
6. Add the string beans, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss together
7. Reheat the string beans and serve

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