Green Beans Braised With Tomatoes and Basil

From Bon Appetit, this is a simple and tasty side dish.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1  cup  white onion, finely chopped
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1⁄2 lbs green beans, trimmed
• 2  large plum tomatoes, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
• 1  cup fresh basil leaf (packed)
• 1⁄2 cup water

Directions

1. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion softens slightly, about 5 minutes.
3. Add green beans, tomatoes, basil leaves, and 1/2 cup water.
4. Cook until beans are crisp-tender, stirring and tossing occasionally, about 10 minutes.
5. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
6. Transfer to bowl and serve.