Italian Green Beans

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This makes quite a bit. You can cut the recipe in half with good results.

 

Italian Green Beans

 

1 small onion, chopped

2 Tbs olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 can (14,5 oz) stewed tomatoes, coarsely mashed

1/2 cup water

3 Tbs minced fresh oregano or 1 Tbs dried oregano

4 1/2 tsp minced fresh basil or 1 1/2 tsp dried basil

1 tsp sugar

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp coarsely ground pepper

2 lbs fresh green beans, cut into 1 inch pieces

2 Tbs grated Romano or Parmesan cheese

 

In a small saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; saute 1

minute longer. Add the tomatoes, water oregano, basil, sugar, salt and

pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 40 minutes.

 

Meanwhile, place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a

boil. Cook uncovered, for 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Add

tomato mixture and cheese; cook for 5 minutes or until heated through. Yield:

10 servings

 

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