Wine-braised string beans

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

800 grams fresh, young yellow string beans, cleaned

200 milliliters white wine

Sauté onion and garlic briefly in olive oil.

Add string beans, sprinkle with seasoning. Stir.

Add wine and simmer for 30 minutes over low heat, half covered. If necessary, add a little water so the string beans would not burn.

Before serving, sprinkle with black pepper, serve with toasted brown bread or boiled potatoes or as a side dish to meat.

Light and nutritious meal ideal for scorching summer days.

4.0 servings

Friday, July 15, 2011 - 1:49am