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Green Beans Italiano
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes
Ready In: 50 Minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
1 lb fresh stringless green beans, tips removed,and chopped into 1 inch lengths
12 sun-dried tomatoes, soaked in warm water 10 minutes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup dry sherry
1 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup water
parmesan cheese (optional)
additional crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions:
1. Heat oil and garlic in a large skillet until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
2. Add chopped onion, red pepper (optional), basil, and oregano, and cook until onion is tender, 2-3 minutes.
3. Drain tomatoes from warm water and chop into strips.
4. Add sun dried tomatoes, green beans, and dry sherry to pan and cook 2 minutes, stirring to blend.
5. Pour in tomato sauce, then add balsamic vinegar and 1/4 cup water; stir to mix.
6. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 35-45 minutes, or until beans are cooked to your preference, adding a tbsp water if it gets too thick.
7. Serve topped with a sprinkling of parmesan cheese (optional), and additional red pepper flakes (optional), if desired.
By RecipeOfHealth.com