Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_sugar'], recipe: blanch the green beans in boiling salted water for 6 to 7 minutes, or until just tender. drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to set the color. drain and pat dry. transfer to a plastic storage bag and chill. (beans may be prepared 1 day in advance.) in a large skillet set over moderate heat, cook the shallots in the olive oil, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden. add the green beans and salt and pepper and cook until heated through. add the dill, lemon peel, and lemon juice. toss to coat, and transfer to a serving dish.

Target recipe: blanch the string beans in a large pot of boiling salted water for 1-1/2 minutes only. drain immediately and immerse in a bowl of ice water. heat the butter and oil in a very large saute pan or large pot(12" diameter) and saute the shallots with crrushed red pepper flakes, if using, on medium heat for 5-10 minutes, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned. drain the string beans and add to the shallots with 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper, tossing well. heat only until the beans are hot. *if you are using regular string beans, blanch them for about 3 minutes, until they're crisp-tender.