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Green Beans Braised with Tomatoes and Basil

3.8

(21)

Fagiolini in Umido

Many versions of this simple, fresh, and flavorful contorno (vegetable side dish) are served in Italy. Lightly braising the green beans cooks them to a pleasingly crisp yet tender texture.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup finely chopped white onion
2 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

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.

TagsItalianEuropeanGreen BeanBean and LegumeVegetablePlum TomatoTomatoBasilHerbs & SpicesSideDinnerDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVeganVegetarianQuickEasy5 Ingredients or FewerBraiseBon Appétit
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