Green Beans In Basil Sauce

* Exported from MasterCook *

GREEN BEANS IN BASIL SAUCE

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 lb Fresh green beans
6 tb Olive oil
2 md Onions, sliced thinly
4 Ripe tomatoes, peeled,
-seeded & chopped
Salt
Freshly ground white pepper
1 Bouquet Garni
1/2 c Finely chopped basil
2 Garlic cloves
1/4 c Chopped parsley

Snap off the tips of the green beans. Bring a large
casserole of salted water to a boil. Add the beans
and cook for 10 minutes or until barely tender. Drain
immediately and run under cold water. This retains
their freshness and color. In a large skillet, heat 4
T of olive oil. Add the onions and cook them for 10
minutes, covered, over low heat until they are soft
but not browned. Add the tomatoes, salt, pepper and
Bouquet Garni. Cook the mixture for 10 to 15 minutes
over fairly high heat until it is very thick. Remove
the bouquet. Add the drained green beans to the
skillet and simmer covered for 5 minutes. Puree the
basil, garlic, parsley and the remaining olive oil in
the electric blender. Add the puree to the tomato and
bean mixture. Correct the seasoning. Heat through and
serve.



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