MAKING:

1. In a saute pan add water and bring to a boil.

2. Once the water comes to a boil add in the green beans and cook about 3-5 minutes, until the green beans are a bright green.

3.Strain and add the green beans into a bowl with water and ice to stop them from cooking any further.

4.Return the dry pan back to the burner on medium high heat and add the almonds, stirring regularly until toasted, about 5 minutes. Pour the almonds onto a plate and set aside.

5.To the pan over medium high heat melt the butter.

6.Once melted add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

7.Add the strained green beans, salt, and pepper to the pan and saute until heated through, about 2 minutes.

8. To the green beans add the toasted almonds as well as the chopped fresh tarragon and stir to combine everything.

SERVING:

9. Serve and enjoy!