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green beans braised with tomatoes and basil

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Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
@lazyme5909
Grapeview, WA

Many versions of this simple, fresh, and flavorful contorno (vegetable side dish) are served in Italy. Lightly braising the green beans cooks them to a pleasingly crisp yet tender texture.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For green beans braised with tomatoes and basil

  • 3 Tbsp
    extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 c
    white onion, finely chopped
  • 2 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 lb
    green beans, trimmed
  • 2 lg
    plum tomatoes, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 1 c
    fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 1/2 c
    water

How To Make green beans braised with tomatoes and basil

  • 1
    Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • 2
    Add onion and garlic and saute until onion softens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • 3
    Add green beans, tomatoes, basil leaves, and 1/2 cup water.
  • 4
    Cook until beans are crisp-tender, stirring and tossing occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • 5
    Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • 6
    Transfer to bowl and serve.
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