While on vacation I had some green bean that were about as far removed from my Southern style green beans as you can get. They were also equally delicious. That reminded me to share with you my Italian style green bean recipe.
Disclaimer – I can vouch for the validity of the southern style green beans because I grew up in the (relative) south. I have not, however, been to Italy (it’s on my to-do list), and cannot testify to the validity of the Italian moniker. However, I believe it originated from a Giada de Laurentis recipe, and that’s good enough for me.
Italian Style Green Beans
1 lb. string beans
1 T. olive oil
½ white onion
1 clove garlic
1 can diced tomatoes
Salt & pepper, to taste
Rinse beans, then add to a pot of boiling water for 3-5 minutes. Meanwhile, mince garlic, and slice onion. In a pan, heat oil to medium-high, then sauté onions for 1-2 minutes, adding garlic second. Once onions are soft and translucent, turn pan to medium-low. When beans are finished, drain in a colander and rinse with ice cold water to stop cooking. Drain and add on top of garlic & onion mixture. Add in tomatoes, stir, and heat through for five minutes. Serve immediately.
These sound more complicated than they are, and it only takes about 10 minutes, and they are so, so, so good. Not to mention you’re getting three different vegetables in one dish. Enjoy!
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