Green Bean Almondine with Prosciutto

5 from 1 vote

Fresh, tender green beans, seared shallots, crunchy toasted almonds, and irresistibly crisp prosciutto make the best almondine anywhere!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American, French-American

Servings:

Calories: 243kcal

Author: Judy Purcell

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Bring 2 quarts of salted water to a low boil. Add the green beans into the boiling water and cook 2-3 minutes for thin, young green beans like haricot verts, or 6-8 minutes for regular, thicker green beans (regular green beans may need to be trimmed of tough ends before cooking). While the beans are cooking, prepare a bowl of ice water.
When the beans are done, drain, and transfer to the ice water briefly to stop the cooking process. Drain, and transfer to a clean towel to dry.
Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the prosciutto and cook until crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer the crispy bits to a paper towel lined plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add almonds and toast until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the almonds to the plate with the prosciutto if there is room, or another plate.
Now reduce the heat on the skillet and add the shallots, 1 tablespoon oil, and season with salt and crushed red pepper. Cook 5-6 minutes until the edges are browned then add the garlic and cook 2 more minutes.
Add the green beans to the shallots and sauté a few minutes until the green beans are warmed through and tender. Taste the beans and season with salt and pepper as needed; transfer to a serving dish. Top the beans with the almonds and prosciutto to serve.