Carmelized Wax Beans with Shallot and Cherries.

This was my first attempt at this sweet/savory combination. You may want to add purple or green beans for color. This was a very nice side dish that will compliment many main courses without overpowering them.

3/4 pound fresh wax beans. Trimmed.
1 medium shallot diced.
1/2 cup dried sweet cherries.
1 1/2 tbsp butter.
Salt and pepper.

1. Blanch the cleaned beans in boiling salted water for 1-2 minutes, shock in ice water to stop cooking.
2. Saute the shallots and cherries in butter until shallots are softened and becoming translucent.
3. Add beans and saute until starting to caramelize about 6-8 minutes.
4. Salt and pepper to taste.