Green Beans in Garlic Tomato Sauce

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

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 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 1/4ounce) cans diced tomatoes, reserve juice

Directions

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