Simple, yet Elegant Fresh Green Beans

This is something I always whip up as a great and easy side dish. Super simple, healthy and looks great next to any main course. Enjoy!

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 lb fresh green beans
• 1  small tomatoes (chopped)
• 1  garlic clove (crushed)
• 1  small onion (chopped)
• 2  tablespoons butter
•  water
•  salt & pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon seasoning salt

• GARNISH

• 1⁄4 cup  toasted  slivered almonds (optional)

Directions

1. Wash and snip the ends of green beans.
2. In a pan, saute the onions and garlic until soft.
3. Add the chopped tomato and a bit of water cook for 15 minutes, until mixture has become soft and well mixed together.
4. Add the green beans, salt & pepper and seasoning salt. If water evaporated, add a little more to help beans cook.
5. Cover and cook until beans are crisp yet tender, approximately 20 minutes.
6. There should be some liquid, not much, spoon beans onto a platter, spooning tomato pieces on top of beans.
7. You could garnish with toasted slivered almonds if you like.
8. Serve next to your favorite entree.