Lemon Tarragon Green Beans

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Lemon Tarragon Green Beans

Recipe By : Gourmet July 1995
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Beans & Peas Gourmet Magazine
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Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 pounds green beans -- trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice -- or to taste
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves -- or to taste
tarragon sprigs -- for garnish

In a large kettle of boiling salted water blanch beans in 2 batches 2 to 3 minu
tes, or until just tender. With a slotted spoon transfer beans as blanched to
a large bowl filled with ice and cold water. Drain beans well and pat dry, Bea
ns may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled covered.

Just before serving, in a large bowl toss together beans, oil, lemon juice, tar
ragon, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve beans garnished with tarragon sprig
s.

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