*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                        Green Beans With Tomatoes

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Tomatoes                         Vegetables

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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     1/2  Lb.           red ripe tomatoes -- cores removed
     3/4  Lb.           fresh green beans -- trimmed
   3      Tbsp.         olive oil
   2      Tsp.          finely minced garlic
                        salt to taste
                        fresh ground pepper to taste
   2      Tbsp.         finely chopped fresh basil

Rinse the tomatoes; cut the tomatoes crosswise in half.
Press away the seed with fingers. Cut tomatoes into 1/4-inch
cubes. There should be 1 cup. Bring water to boil in the
bottom of a steamer rack and place tomatoes over the boiling
water. Cover tightly and steam 10 minutes or until tender.
Heat the oil in saucepan and add the garlic. Cook briefly
without browning; add tomatoes, salt and pepper, stirring.
Cook about 30 seconds.
Add the green beans and basil; toss to blend.


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