BOUNTY GARDENS

Ingredients

• 1 lb (454g) green beans, trimmed
• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1/4 cup (30g) sliced almonds
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
2. Add green beans, shallot, and garlic to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, or until green beans are tender-crisp.
3. Return bacon to the skillet, add almonds, and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.