Braised String Beans (Fassoulakia Yahni)

Directions

1. 1

   Karen Mintzias 1 lg Onion

2. 2

   chopped 1 sm Garlic clove

3. 3

   minced 3/4 c Olive oil 1 ts Tomato paste 1/2 Fresh tomato -- peeled and chopped 1 lb String beans Parsley or mint

4. 4

   chopped Salt and pepper Water Saute onion and garlic in olive oil until soft

5. 5

   Add tomato paste and fresh tomato and simmer until sauce is slightly thickened

6. 6

   Add string beans and seasoning and enough water to cover

7. 7

   Cover and cook until beans are tender

8. 8

   Makes 4-6 servings