*  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
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   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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