Thyme Green Beans with Almonds Recipe
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Thyme Green Beans with Almonds

By: Kenna Baber 
"Thyme is a nice addition to this classic vegetable side dish. It's a snap to make for family, yet special enough to serve guests. --Kenna Baber, Rochester, Minnesota"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (27)

Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
25 Min

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fresh green beans
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Directions

  1. Place beans in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter; add the beans, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with almonds.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 10, 2009 by goodtoglow   view full review
I made this side dish for dinner last night with some fresh green beans I bought at the local...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 23, 2010 by naples34102 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I goofed up and mistakenly used tarragon instead of thyme, but I'm sure this is just as good...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 30, 2008 by LazyChef   view full review
I made this as part of our Christmas dinner. Everyone loved it. In the south most people eat...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2008 by GoodTimes   view full review
Outstanding sidedish that takes center stage! I made this dish for about 30 people and they...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 11, 2010 by Cathy K Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Made these today for Mother's Day, DH loved them, my oldest daughter thought they were good,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 29, 2010 by LITTLECHILE   view full review
I made these with french green beans and did it exactly as the recipe said. What an easy...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2008 by lakeview   view full review
I cooked these up as a change from our usual green beans and almonds recipe. I followed the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2008 by Jamie D.   view full review
This was a great side and a great hit. Wish I had used less butter or EVOO like the others...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 7, 2008 by bigaforj   view full review
A great spin on an old classic. This is super easy and is a very tasty side dish. And if made...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 18, 2007 by GCPate   view full review
I made this for my Bunko group - the thyme flavor with the almonds is just fantastic! There...

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