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Green Beans with Basil and Tomato Recipe
by John Spottiswood

Green Beans with Basil and Tomato

This is an attractive and tasty side dish. The butter, basil and tomato adds a nice flavor boost to the green beans. I've made them with garlic salt and regular kosher salt, both are delicious. If you want to spice it up, add more black pepper or substitute crushed red pepper for the black pepper.

Rating: 4.3/5
Avg. 4.3/5 9 votes
Prep time: United States American
Cook time: Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt or kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomato halves

Directions

  1. Place beans in a large saucepan with water. Cover, bring to a boil, and simmer on low until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in sugar, garlic or kosher salt, pepper and basil. Add tomatoes, and cook stirring gently just until soft. Pour the tomato mixture over the green beans, and toss gently to blend. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!