GREEN BEANS WITH BROWNED BUTTER & BALSAMIC VINEGAR
This simple treatment makes plain green beans very special.

1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
salt & freshly ground pepper

Blanch beans in a large pot of boiling water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine butter, vinegar, salt and pepper in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Cook until mixture begins to brown, stirring constantly, about 4 minutes. Set aside.

Drain beans well and transfer to serving dish. Spoon browned butter mixture over beans and serve immediately.

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