Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh green beans, stem ends trimmed
• 4 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced into quarters
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1-1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest, from one lemon
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice, from one lemon
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup walnuts (toasted if desired; see note)