Tarragon Green Beans

1 tablespoon butter
1 shallot, chopped
1 pound green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon
salt and pepper

1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and sauté until tender.
2. Add the beans to the skillet and coat with shallot butter. Sauté until bright green.
3. Stir in the wine and garlic and cook until beans are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
4. Stir in the tarragon and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Makes 4 servings