Green Bean Plaki(Armenian Bean-Vegetable Dish)

• 1/2 c. water
• 3/4 tsp. salt, divided
• 1 lb. green beans, trimmed and cut diagonally in 1 1/2-inch pieces (about 4 c.)
• 1 large onion, sliced thin
• 1 large clove garlic, crushed
• 3 Tbsp. oil (preferably olive)
• 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 c.)
• parsley to taste plus some for garnish
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
• lemon slices (optional)

1. In a large saucepan, bring water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil.
2. Add green beans; bring to a boil.
3. Cover and cook over moderate heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Drain and set aside.
5. In same saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender (5 to 7 minutes).
6. Stir in green beans, tomatoes, parsley, pepper and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
7. Bring to a boil.
8. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
9. Serve hot, cold or at room temperature. Garnish with additional parsley (and lemon slices if desired). Makes 3 cups (approximately 4 servings).

water, salt, green beans, onion, clove garlic, oil, tomatoes, parsley, freshly ground pepper, lemon slices

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=257420 (may not work)