Algerian Green Beans With Almonds

Description: Garlic and spices. If you wanted to use canned beans, heat them up and pour sauce on them so it will not take long to make, or frozen green beans will get you closer to fresh tasting.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb green beans, clean and trim
• 4 cups water
• 3 tablespoons oil
• 1 garlic clove, mashed
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon clove, ground
• 1 tablespoon almonds, slivered

Steps:

1. Simmer beans in water until just tender, about 30 minutes. drain in arab countries i have read that they like their beans well done , cook them to your taste
2. Place, oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, and cloves in a saucepan.
3. Cook for a couple of minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Add almonds to coat.
5. Pour oil mixture over green beans.
6. Toss gently until beans are coated.