Haricots Verts

Directions

1. 1
   Bring a small saucepan of salted water to a boil.
2. 2
   Add the haricots verts and cook until just tender, about 1 minute.
3. 3
   Transfer with a slotted spoon to an ice bath.
4. 4
   Drain.
5. 5
   In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
6. 6
   Add the drained haricots verts and salt and pepper to taste, and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes, or until just heated through and crisp-tender.