Place the beans in a saucepan filled with water. Bring to a boil and cook 3 minutes.
Step5
Meanwhile, heat 1 tsp. olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add coarsely chopped garlic and shallots and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
Step6
Drain the beans.
Step7
Transfer the beans to the frying pan and toss to combine with the garlic.
Step8
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Step9
Add 1 tsp. butter and toss to combine.
Step10
Serve at once.
Tips & Warnings
Use a combination of yellow wax beans and green string beans for a colorful variation.