2 pounds fresh green beans
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoon minced garlic
1/3 cup chopped green onions, (about 2-3 green onions)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup cream
1/2 cup sliced almonds-toasted until golden (for garnish)

Directions:
Trim ends from beans. In large kettle, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Add green beans; bring water back to boiling. Cook beans, uncovered, until crisp-tender (4-5 minutes). Should be a brilliant green color. Heat butter in sauté pan. Add garlic, shallots. Sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer for 7 minutes to reduce cream slightly. Toss with green beans before serving. Sprinkle with toasted sliced almond.
Amount: 8 servings