Green Beans with Toasted Almonds

    1 1/4 pounds fresh green beans, ends trimmed
    2 tablespoons butter
    1/4 cup sliced almonds
    Salt and pepper

Place 1 inch of water and beans in 3-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil
over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium. Cover; cook until beans
are crisp-tender, 6 to 10 minutes. Drain.

Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add almonds;
cook and stir until almonds are golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove
from heat; stir in beans. Season with salt and pepper.