Garlic Green Beans Recipe

Ingredients

12 oz. French Haricot Verts (green beans)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/3 cup diced red bell pepper

1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds

1/4 cup diced prosciutto (optional)

2 Tbsp. olive oil

1 Tbsp. dried basil

salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Cook/steam the beans. Meanwhile, heat olive oil on medium-low heat. Add garlic and bell pepper and saute for 1 minute or until garlic releases its aroma. Add remaining ingredients, stirring lightly. Add mixture to the beans and toss lightly. Salt and pepper to taste.