Blackened Green Beans

• 1 teaspoon salt, plus 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 3 cups green beans, ends cut
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

1. In a medium sauce pot, bring water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon salt.
2. Add green beans and blanch for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Remove from water and immediately place in an ice water bath.
4. In a medium bowl, mix all dry ingredients, including the 2 teaspoons sea salt, thoroughly.
5. Toss green beans in mixture.
6. In a large saute pan, add oil and heat to almost smoking.
7. Add green beans and cook until spices begin to blacken, approximately 2 minutes.
8. When done, add butter, toss, place on plate, and garnish with Parmesan.

salt, green beans, paprika, cayenne, chili powder, garlic, ground cumin, black pepper, olive oil, butter, parmesan

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/guy-fieri/blackened-green-beans-recipe.html (may not work)