Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
  2. Add green beans and cook until tender-crisp, 2 to 4 minutes.
  3. Drain immediately in a colander, then plunge into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking and retain color.
  4. Drain again.
  5. In a large frying pan, melt butter with the oil over medium heat.
  6. Add almonds and garlic.
  7. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
  8. Add red pepper and add red onions cook another 2 minutes.
  9. Then add green beans, and thyme and parsley; cook, stirring, until the onions are softened but not browned and beans are heated through, 1 to 2 minutes.
  10. Season to taste with salt and pepper.