Wax Beans

Wax or Green Beans

Wax or Green Beans

This week's share will include either yellow wax beans or green beans. Yellow wax beans are crisp, succulent and firm, with a mellow, grassy, sweet and somewhat nutty flavor.  They are nearly identical to green beans except for the color.  The skin of yellow wax beans...

Yellow Wax Beans with Toasted Almonds

Yellow Wax Beans with Toasted Almonds

Servings: 6 Prep time: 10-15 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Ingredients:   1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt   1 pound yellow wax beans, ends trimmed   2 Tablespoons olive oil   2 Tablespoons unsalted butter   3/4 cup (about 3 ounces) whole blanched almonds,...