Fasolakia A
flavorsome combination of green beans stewed in a tasty tomato sauce.
Simple, healthful, and delicious. A wonderful holiday alternative to the
usual cream soup based green bean casseroles.
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Ingredients:
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2 pounds string beans, fresh or frozen
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2 onions, chopped
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2 – 4 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 - ¾ cup olive oil
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1 - 8 ounce can tomato sauce
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¼ - 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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1-2 teaspoons mint
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2 potatoes, peeled and cut in 1-2 inch chunks
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2 carrots, sliced
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1 cup water or broth
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2 teaspoons salt
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Pepper to taste
Directions:
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In Dutch oven, saute onion lightly in olive oil.
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Add tomato sauce, string beans, and remaining ingredients.
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Cover and simmer over medium heat for about 60 minutes or until all vegetable are tender.
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Check after 30 minutes; add more water or broth if necessary.
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Stir occasionally.
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Serve hot or room temperature.
