Green Beans with Lemon and Walnuts - Fresh from the Garden

12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed

¼ cup chopped walnuts

¼ teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel

1 Tablespoon butter

1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger

1 teaspoon lemon juice

In a medium saucepan, cook beans covered, in a small amount of boiling salted water for 5 to 10 minutes or until crisp & tender; drain.

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add walnuts and ginger; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until nuts are toasted. Remove from heat, stir in lemon peel and lemon juice. Stir nut mixture into cooked beans.