GREEN BEANS IN GARLIC TOMATO SAUCE

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i found this in an old family circle magazine. it has become a staple at easter. i serve with ham and twice baked potatoes.

Provided by kimbearly

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb fresh green beans or 1 lb frozen green beans
1 large onion, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon paprika
2 (8 1/4 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, reserve juice

Steps:

  • cook green beans till tender-crisp.
  • saute onion and garlic in butter.
  • when onion is soft, about 3 minutes, stir in flour and paprika until well blended and cook for a minute.
  • if it is too thick add some of the tomato juices.
  • cook till slightly thickened, stirring constantly about 2 minutes.
  • add tomatoes and green beans, breaking up the tomatoes with the back of a spoon.
  • stir till coated, stirring constantly, about 5 minutes.
  • simmer for 1 hour on the stove or put in crock pot for 2-3 hours if so desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 303.2, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 7.6, Protein 3.8

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