Ingredients:

  • 1 lb fresh green beans
  • 4 quarts water
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 4 cups ice

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the beans. Wash 1 lb fresh green beans and trim off the tough stem ends. Note: Leave the curly tails on if you like a rustic look.
  2. Boil the water. Fill a large pot with 4 quarts water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  3. Create the ice bath. While the water heats, combine 4 cups ice with cold water in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Salt the water. Add 2 tablespoons kosher salt to the boiling water once it reaches a vigorous bubble.
  5. Submerge the beans. Carefully drop the beans into the boiling water all at once.
  6. Set the timer. Start your timer immediately for 3 minutes until the beans turn neon green and are tender crisp.
  7. Shock the beans. Use a slotted spoon to move the beans into the ice bath until they feel cold to the touch.
  8. Drain thoroughly. Remove the beans from the ice water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Note: Excess water will make them soggy if you sauté them later.