French Green Beans with Butter and Herbs

Ingredients

• 1 pound thin green beans, trimmed
• 1/4 cup red onion, chopped fine
• 3 Tbsp butter
• 2 Tbsp parsley, chopped fine
• 2 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 2 Tbsp tarragon or basil, chopped fine
• 2 Tbsp chives, chopped fine
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon wedges

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil, and set up a large bowl filled with ice water. Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook for 2 minutes.
2. Transfer the beans straight into the ice water so the cooking stops and the color stays bright. Drain them, then blot them dry with a cloth or paper towel.
3. In a large sauté pan, warm the butter over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook until they look translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the green beans to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, tossing and stirring frequently.
5. Add the herbs, along with salt and pepper, and toss everything together. Cook for 1 minute more.
6. Serve warm or at room temperature, with lemon wedges alongside.