Ingredient

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 pounds green beans or yellow wax beans, or a combination of both, trimmed
• 1/2 pound fresh field peas, such as Lady Cream (optional)
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

• Step 1

  Heat a large skillet, preferably cast-iron, over high heat. Swirl in oil; add beans and saute, stirring frequently, until crisp-tender and blistered in places, 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and stir in peas and garlic. Saute just until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat, season with salt and pepper, and serve.