Fresh Green Beans With Gingered Walnuts

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From the sugar solution book-slightly altered. Asparagus, yellow wax beans or broccolini can be substituted for the green beans if you wish. Serve hot or at room temperature. *fresh* ginger only!!

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 250 degrees.

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On a baking sheet spread the canola oil and heat up in the oven.

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Once the pan is hot , remove from oven and add the soy sauce , fresh ginger , garlic and walnut halves.

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Stir to coat.

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Bake , stirring occasionally , for about 25 minutes , or until walnuts are browned and crisp.

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Remove the pan from the oven and set the nuts on a paper towel to drain and cool.

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In a medium saucepan , steam the green beans for approximately 5 minutes , or until crisp-tender.

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Drain and toss the beans with the toasted walnuts , lime juice and olive oil in a serving bowl.

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Garnish with cilantro leaves if desired.

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Ingredients

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canola oil, soy sauce, gingerroot, garlic clove, walnut halves, green beans, fresh lime juice, olive oil, cilantro leaf