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Green Beans Braised with Tomatoes and Basil

Recipe information

  • Yield

    6 Servings

Ingredients

3

tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1

cup finely chopped white onion

3

garlic cloves, minced

1

1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed

2

large plum tomatoes, finely chopped (about 1 cup)

1

cup (packed) fresh basil leaves

1

/2 cup water

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Preparation

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