ITALIAN FLAT GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES AND GARLIC

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Another reason to celebrate long hot humid days of summer. This dish is reminiscent of an Italian method of cooking green beans with tomatoes for a long time, which was especially good for tenderizing tough, old beans. From the Miami Herald.

Provided by Busters friend

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb green beans, cut on the diagonal into 3-inch pieces (Italian flat, Romano)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 medium garlic cloves, cut into very thin slices (a 1/4 cup)
1 tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice (8ounces)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground
6 -8 basil leaves, cut into chiffonade (stacked, then rolled tightly and cut into very thin strips, optional garnish)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the green beans and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until tender. Drain immediately.
  • While the beans are cooking, heat the oil in a medium sauté pan or skillet over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers. Add the garlic slices, distributing them evenly. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until the slices become almost translucent and start to brown on the edges; be careful not to let the garlic burn.
  • Add the diced tomato and salt and pepper to taste, then reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, so that the tomato is heated through.
  • Add the cooked green beans and heat through for 1 to 2 minutes; mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and top with the basil, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Paul Portillo
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I've made this dish with different types of garlic and it's always delicious.


Steven Winega
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes.


Marios Tsangaris
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I love the way the tomatoes and garlic complement the beans.


Karim Gad
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party.


Umar B. Mshelia
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit with my guests.


Isabelle Pillay
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Panna Akter
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's a great way to showcase the natural flavors of the beans.


ALLISON Noriega
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make.


Khalid Mairaj
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I've made this dish with different types of beans and it's always delicious. I especially like it with cannellini beans.


Mel Crazy
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This dish is a staple in my household. It's a great way to use up leftover beans.


sohail Ali Khan
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I love this dish! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Liz Davidson
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This is a great recipe. I've made it several times and it always turns out great.


Razaf Akhtar
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The beans were so tender and the sauce was flavorful.


Jimmy Neutron
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The beans were cooked perfectly and the tomatoes and garlic added a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


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