Ingredients

3tbspunsalted butter

1large shallot

2lbsgreen beans

½cupdry white wine

2tbspfresh tarragon,coarsely chopped

coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Preparation

Melt butter in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add shallot; cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until soft and translucent. Add beans, and gently toss to coat with shallot mixture. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes.

Add wine. Raise heat to medium-high; cook, stirring often, for 12 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, and cook for 3 to 5 more minutes, until beans are tender.

Stir in tarragon, and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with tarragon sprigs.