Lemon-Basil Green Beans

Ingredients

• 1 lb green beans
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest, grated
• salt, to taste
• crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chiffonade

Directions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Cook green beans 3 minutes until barely tender and only halfway cooked. Drain into a colander and set aside.

2. 2

   In the same pot over high heat, melt the butter. Add green beans, lemon zest, salt and pepper (to taste). Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, until beans are tender-crisp. Remove from heat, toss with basil and serve immediately.