Instructions

  1. Toast walnuts on baking sheet in 350-degree oven for 8-20 minutes or over medium heat for 3-5 minutes in small skillet. When walnuts become fragrant, remove from heat. Do not scorch walnuts. Set aside to cool, then chop to yield 1/4 cup.
  2. In nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook shallots in butter 2 minutes.
  3. Add chopped garlic. Cook 30 seconds.
  4. Add green beans and red bell peppers. Cook 2 minutes.
  5. Add vegetable broth or chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Cover; reduce heat, simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Arrange vegetables on serving paltter. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts.