Buttered Haricots Verts

Directions

1. 1
   In a kettle of boiling salted water boil the haricots verts for 4 to 6 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender, drain them, and plunge them into a bowl of ice and cold water to stop the cooking.
2. 2
   Drain the beans again and pat them dry.
3. 3
   The beans may be prepared up to this point 1 day in advance and kept wrapped in dampened paper towels in a plastic bag and chilled.
4. 4
   Just before serving, in a large skillet melt the butter over moderately high heat and in it toss the haricots verts until they are heated through.
5. 5
   Season the haricots verts with salt and pepper.