Green Beans With Pancetta And Pine Nuts
For a flavorful twist on your green bean side dish, try this recipe featuring crispy pancetta, sautéed shallots, and toasted pine nuts. The combination of savory pancetta and nutty pine nuts adds a delicious crunch to the tender green beans. Serve this dish as a vibrant and tasty addition to your dinner table.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 8 oz. pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
- 3 shallots, thinly sliced
- 2 lb. green beans, trimmed and blanched until
- almost tender
- 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In an oval roaster over medium heat, cook the pancetta until browned and crispy, about 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pancetta to a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside.
- Return the pan to medium heat. Add the shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the green beans and cook, stirring often, until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the pancetta and pine nuts, and season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the beans to a warmed platter and serve immediately. Serves 8 to 10.
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