French String Beans with Shallots

 

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or unsalted butter

2 large shallots, thinly sliced

1/2 cup water

1 Serving French string beans (haricots verts), trimmed

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Pinch sugar

Method

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and cook, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, about 8 minutes. Do not brown.
2. Add the beans, salt, pepper and water; bring to a boil. Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 8 minutes.
3. Remove the lid and increase the heat to high. Cook, stirring frequently, until the liquid is evaporated, the beans are tender, and the shallots are jammy, about 6 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar. Serve warm.