Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add shallots and saute' 4 minutes (or until golden); stir in vinegar and cook 1 1/2 more minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in thyme, rind, salt, and pepper (I added more butter at this point).
  4. Cook beans in boiling water 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
  5. Combine beans and shallot mixture in a large bowl and toss well to coat.