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Italian Green Beans

Italian Green Beans with Tomatoes and Garlic Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Small handful fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in the canned tomatoes with their juices, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the green beans, stir to coat, then cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring once or twice, until tender.
  4. Remove from heat, scatter fresh herbs on top, and transfer to a serving dish. Serve warm.

Notes

If using frozen green beans, add them straight from the freezer and increase the simmering time to 15–18 minutes. The dish can be made ahead and reheated gently with a splash of water.