Fast and Fancy Green Beans

Fast and Fancy Green Beans

1 clove garlic, minced or crushed
2 tsp olive oil, divided
1/4 c water
24 oz petite (or regular) frozen green beans
20 lg fresh basil leaves, gently torn
1/3 c blanched slivered almonds, toasted
1 tsp cider vinegar

Put garlic and 1 teaspoon of the oil in large pot and cook over medium heat until just beginning to turn golden brown, about 2 minutes.

Add water and beans, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 10 minutes.

Place 1 cup of the beans in small food processor along with basil, almonds, and vinegar. Pulse until mixture is thoroughly chopped and sticks together. Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon oil.

Stir pureed mixture into remaining beans to coat. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste