Green Beans with Walnuts

2 1/2 lbs. trimmed green beans olive oil, as needed 1/4 oz minced shallots 1 teaspoon minced garlic

4 fl oz chicken or vegetable stock, hot salt and pepper, as needed. 1 oz walnut oil 2 T chopped toasted walnuts

2 teaspoon minced chives

Heat a little olive oil in a pan. Add shallots and garlic and saute until translucent, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the green beans in an even layer and add the hot stock and salt and pepper. Return to a simmer.

Cover the pan and steam beans until tender, about 4 to 5 minutes. Drain any excess cooking liquid.

Toss the green beans with walnut oil, walnuts and chives.