1 lb. green beans, cleaned
1 shallot, chopped
2 tbsp. butter
1/2 tsp. Italian herbs
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper

Blanch green beans until barely tender. Rinse under cold water. Melt butter in large frying pan. Saute shallots. Add herbs, salt and pepper. Add beans and toss gently to coat. Add more butter, if necessary. Saute until hot.