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Green Beans with Balsamic Reduction

5 from 1 vote
A quick baked green bean recipe that adds class and flavor to any family meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh green beans
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. While oven is preheating, prepare green beans by cutting in half and chopping off the stems.
  3. Place green beans (1lb), slivered almonds (1/2c), garlic (2 cloves), olive oil (1 Tblsp), and salt (1/4tsp) on baking sheet and mix.
  4. Cook for 25-30 minutes, until green beans are slightly soft and slivered almonds are slightly browned.
  5. While green beans are cooking, prepare balsamic reduction. Place balsamic vinegar (1/2 c) in a small saucepan and cook over high heat until boiling. Once boiling reduce to medium-low heat and simmer for approximately 12-15 minutes, until balsamic is slightly thick.
  6. Once green beans are done, pour balsamic reduction over them and mix until well covered.
  7. Serve warm as the perfect side to any main dish!

Notes

Keeps in a sealed container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in either a cast-iron skillet or the microwave.