Green Beans with Tomato Sauce

 Fagiolini con Salsa al Pomodoro

 

This dish is healthy and easy to prepare. The taste is great.  We serve it as a side dish.

  

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: about  40-50 minutes

Class: economy-healthy

Serves  2-3

Ingredients:

1 lb. (450g) fresh green beans
8 tbsp.  extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves,  peeled and chopped
1 can of  Italian peeled tomatoes, approx  14 oz. (400g)
1 cup (250ml) water
½ tsp. salt
1 tbsp. dried oregano
4-5 tbsp. grated Pecorino Romano cheese

Method:

1.      Wash the green beans and remove the ends. Set aside.

2.      Heat the oil, add the garlic and sauté. Add tomatoes (previously mashed with a fork), water, salt and oregano; let cook on a low heat for 10 minutes. Then add green beans, cover and let cook all together for about 30 minutes or until they are tender. At this point, taste the sauce and add more salt if needed.

3.      Sprinkle Pecorino Romano cheese on top and serve immediately.