Blanch beans, then saute in butter with thyme and toasted almonds.
Which is why you will usually find some incarnation of green beans on a holiday dinner menu.
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Drain the beans and transfer them to a large bowl of ice water, cooling them completely.
(The ice water will shock the beans into a vibrant green color.)
Drain the beans well.
Alternatively you’re free to steam the beans for 5 minutes and proceed directly to the skillet.
Melt the butter in a large, heavy skillet over medium high heat.
Add the beans to the skillet and toss until heated through, about 4 minutes.
Transfer to a serving bowl.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of thyme.
