Instructions

  1. Cook the green beans in a pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender (about 5-6 minutes).
  2. Transfer beans to a bowl of ice water using a slotted spoon (do not discard the water).
  3. Boil the carrot sticks in the same water until crisp-tender (about 1 minute) then transfer to the same bowl of ice water with the beans.
  4. Place the beans and carrots on a paper towel and pat them dry.
  5. Up to this point you can refrigerate until ready to saute them.
  6. In a large skillet or a medium pot melt the butter with oil.
  7. Add in the beans and carrot sticks; toss until hot (about 2 minutes).
  8. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Transfer to a large serving bowl and sprinkle with nuts if desired.
  10. Delicious!