Glazed Green Beans

These glazed green beans are sweet, savory, and packed with rich flavor from sherry wine, brown sugar, and shallots. Finished with a buttery glaze, they make an elegant side dish for holidays, dinner parties, or everyday meals.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the shallot and cook until tender, about 4–5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the sherry wine, sherry vinegar, and brown sugar. Simmer until the mixture becomes syrupy and reduced by about three-quarters, about 15–20 minutes.

Step 4

Whisk in the butter until smooth. Toss with the green beans and season with 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.