Ingredients

• 2 lb green beans, trimmed

• 1 1/2 T butter

• 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts

• 1/2 cup crumbled Gogonzola cheese

• salt and fresh ground pepper

Directions

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.  Add the green beans, return to a boil and cook 3-4 minutes; until bright green and crisp.  Drain well and set aside.

• Return the pot to medium-high.  Add the butter and hazeluts and stir until the nuts are lightly toasted and fragrant, 2-3 minutes.  Add the green beans and stir until heated through.

• Remove the pan from the heat and add the cheese; toss until melted.

• Season to taste with salt and pepper.