Basil Bean Salad

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Basil Bean Salad

 

2 pounds  fresh green or wax beans trimmed, washed, and dried

3 minced green onions

1 pressed garlic clove

2/3 cups minced fresh basil

2 to 4 tbsps. olive oil

2 tbsps. or red wine vinegar

1/2 tsp. sea salt

dash fresh ground pepper

1/2 cup freshly grated Romano cheese

 

Cut beans into 1 1/4 inch pieces. Place in a saucepan, cover with water and

bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until the beans are

tender-crisp. Rinse with cold water and drain well.  In a bowl, combine the

beans, onions, garlic, basil, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle

with Romano cheese and toss to coat.