Sunny's Blackberry Ginger Green Beans

• 1/4 cup almond slivers
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound fresh green beans, thinly sliced on the bias
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup blackberry preserves
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger (or grated on a rasp)
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced or grated on a rasp

1. In a large dry pan on medium heat, add the almonds and constantly toss until they become shiny and slightly golden.
2. Remove to a plate to cool.
3. In the same large pan on medium-high heat, add the olive oil.
4. When the oil begins to swirl, add the green beans, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper.
5. Toss to coat while cooking until bright green, about 5 minutes.
6. Add the preserves, soy sauce, ginger and garlic to the pan.
7. Toss to coat and cook until the sauce has soaked into the green beans.
8. Serve with a sprinkle of the toasted almonds.

almond slivers, olive oil, green beans, kosher salt, blackberry preserves, soy sauce, fresh ginger, clove garlic

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/sunny-anderson/sunnys-blackberry-ginger-green-beans.html (may not work)