GREEK GREEN BEANS IN TOMATO SAUCE (FASOLAKIA)

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I first ate this dish at the Olympus Restaurant in Newport, RI in the late 1960's. It has been a favorite ever since.

Provided by Marsha Gardner

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1 medium onion, diced
2 clove garlic, chopped
1 pinch red pepper flakes
28 oz can tomatoes, diced or 4 cups diced fresh tomatoes
1 lb green beans, trimmed and cut into bite size pieces
1/2 tsp oregano, dried
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 handful parsley, chopped
1 handful dill or fresh mint, chopped
1/2 c feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and saute until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  • 2. Add garlic and pepper flakes and saute until fragrant, about a minute.
  • 3. Add tomatoes, green beans, oregano; salt and pepper and simmer until the beans are soft; about 40 minutes.
  • 4. Remove from heat, mix in dill and parsley and serve garnished with feta cheese.

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