Green Beans with Cherry Tomatoes |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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I FOUND that beans, basil and tomatoes make a very tasty combination of flavors, especially in summer, when all these ingredients can be garden fresh. I like to serve this pretty vegetable dish when entertaining. It's so colorful! -Shirley Heare, Fayetteville, North Carolina Ingredients:
1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces |
1-1/2 cups water |
1/4 cup butter, cubed |
1 tablespoon sugar |
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil |
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon pepper |
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes |
3 fresh basil leaves |
Directions:
1. Place beans and water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until crisp-tender.
2. Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet; stir in the sugar, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. Add tomatoes; saute until tender. Drain beans; top with tomato mixture. Garnish with basil. Yield: 6-8 servings.
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