STRING BEANS WITH EGG SAUCE Fagiuolini in Salsa d'Uovo

Ingredients

• 1 lb Green beans (or wax beans)
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• as needed Butter (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
• to taste Salt (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
• to taste Black pepper (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
• 1/4 of a lemon Lemon juice
• 1 each Egg yolk
• 3/4 cup Chicken or vegetable stock

Instructions

1. 1String the green beans. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the beans and parboil them for about 5 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Drain the beans and cut them into inch-long pieces.
2. 2In a pan, melt some butter over medium heat. Add the cooked beans, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and season to taste.
3. 3In a saucepan, whisk the egg yolk. Whisk in the cornstarch and lemon juice. Gradually add the stock, whisking constantly. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly. Do not boil.
4. 4Pour the egg sauce over the hot beans. Gently stir to combine. Let it sit for a moment to allow the flavors to meld, but do not overcook, or the egg will curdle. Serve immediately.