glazed-chestnuts-with-haricots-verts-108894.json

{
    "directions": [
        "Cook shallot in 2 tablespoons butter in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add chestnuts, broth, and liqueur and simmer, swirling skillet occasionally, until liquid is evaporated and chestnuts are glazed, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat and keep warm.",
        "Cook beans in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain in a colander, then transfer beans with tongs to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Drain well.",
        "Heat remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until lightly browned. Add beans and toss until heated through, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.",
        "Serve beans topped with chestnuts.",
        "*Available at some supermarkets and specialty foods shops.",
        "**Available at Laird & Co. (877-438-5247)."
    ],
    "ingredients": [
        "1/3 cup finely chopped shallot",
        "1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter",
        "1 (14- to 15-oz) jar whole roasted chestnuts* (3 cups)",
        "1/2 cup chicken broth",
        "1/4 cup Sortil\u00e8ge maple liqueur**, or 1/4 cup Canadian whiskey stirred together with 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup",
        "2 lb haricots verts or other thin green beans, trimmed"
    ],
    "language": "en-US",
    "source": "www.epicurious.com",
    "tags": [
        "Green Bean",
        "Winter",
        "Chestnut",
        "Maple Syrup",
        "Gourmet"
    ],
    "title": "Glazed Chestnuts with Haricots Verts",
    "url": "http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/glazed-chestnuts-with-haricots-verts-108894"
}