Green beans in tomato sauce
Fasolakia aka green beans in tomato sauce is a staple on a Greek family table and is both delicious and nutritious. It is totally vegan and can be served at room temperature. Everything is added to a pot and simmered gently until tender.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (45 ml)- or up to 1/3 cup
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, sliced
- 4 cups fresh trimmed green beans (2 pounds)
- 3 medium new potatoes, peeled and halved
- 2 cups good quality plum tomatoes with juice, crushed (500 ml)
- 1/2 cup water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley, to taste
Directions
- Trim and wash beans.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or casserole over medium setting and sweat onions and garlic, until just translucent, about two minutes.
- Add the trimmed beans and potatoes. Stir to just coat in oil and garlic.
- Add tomato sauce and water and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cover and simmer for 45 to 50 minutes until beans and potatoes are tender.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve. Enjoy!
