Grecian Green Beans in Tomato Sauce

The tomato taste and seasonings are worth the time and effort. Try the sauce with okra, too. Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 242 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons dried parsley
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• salt and pepper to taste
• 6 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 bay leaf
• ¾ cup olive oil
• 1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the green beans in a pot, and mix in the lemon juice, onion, olive oil, tomatoes, tomato sauce, parsley, water, salt and pepper, and bay leaf. Cook 45 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened. Remove bay leaf before serving.