Green Beans with Shallot Butter

Mom made this dish every Thanksgiving.

Ingredients:

1/2 c butter
1 T olive oil
2/3 c thinly sliced shallots
1/2 t each salt and pepper
3 lb green beans
1/3 c fresh parsley, chopped

Directions:

Melt 1/4 c butter with oil in small skillet. Add shallots and cook 7-9 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally, until very tender. Stir in remaining butter, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
Cook beans uncovered in large pot of water 5-7 minutes or till crisp-tender. Drain well. Add shallot butter and parsley. Toss to mix and coat.

Serves 15.