Green Beans Provencale

Camera battery died.

It's a bummer, because these green beans are beautiful.

This was my first real attempt at French cooking. There is lots of garlic, tomatoes and olive oil all usually used in Southern French cooking.

My husband loved these beans and they disappeared fast. A quick and healthy side dish.

Green Beans Provencale

1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-in pieces

4 green onions

4 garlic cloves

2 t. minced fresh rosemary, or 1/2 t. dried rosemary

1 T. olive oil

1/2 medium tomato, cut into chunks

2 T. minced fresh or 2 t. dried basil

1/2 t. salt

1/4 t. pepper

Place beans in a steamer or in boiling water. Cover and steam/boil for 4-5 minutes or until crisp tender.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onions, garlic, and rosemary in oil until vegetables are tender. Add the green beans, tomatoes, basil, salt and pepper; saute 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through.