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                        Lemon Tarragon Green Beans

Recipe By     : Gourmet July 1995
Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Beans & Peas                     Gourmet Magazine
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  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      pounds        green beans -- trimmed
   2      tablespoons   extra-virgin olive oil
   3      tablespoons   fresh lemon juice -- or to taste
   2      tablespoons   finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves -- or to taste
                        tarragon sprigs -- for garnish

In a large kettle of boiling salted water blanch beans in 2 batches 2 to 3 minu
tes, or until just tender.  With a slotted spoon transfer beans as blanched to 
a large bowl filled with ice and cold water.  Drain beans well and pat dry, Bea
ns may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled covered.

Just before serving, in a large bowl toss together beans, oil, lemon juice, tar
ragon, and salt and pepper to taste.  Serve beans garnished with tarragon sprig
s.

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