MOM'S GREEK STRING BEANS

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My favorite green beans! My Greek mother and grandmother made these with roast lamb since I can remember. It's surprising how just four ingredients can taste so Greek! added my picture where I used a pound of frozen French sliced green beans and diced tomatoes.

Provided by Patrice Manning

Categories     Vegetables

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large onion, chopped
1 can(s) tomato sauce or diced tomatoes
cinnamon, just a sprinkle
1 lb string beans or frozen green beans, your choice
olive oil or vegetable oil

Steps:

  • 1. Clean the green beans or defrost frozen green beans.
  • 2. Heat 1/4 inch oil in a large pan, add onions.
  • 3. Cook until onions are just about to brown. Sprinkle with a little cinnamon. (this is how I was taught)
  • 4. Add the tomato sauce or diced tomatoes, which I prefer. Bring to a boil.
  • 5. Add the green beans and simmer for 20-25 minutes, covered.

Rai Faysal Khral
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks amazing!


Faiza Writer
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These beans are a great addition to any summer cookout.


Khan 123 lofar
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and healthy way to enjoy string beans.


lihini dilshani
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This recipe is a must-try for any fan of Greek food.


Lilly Waguespack
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These beans are so good that I could eat them every day.


Mujahid Jam
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a keeper!


Shree RadheRadhe
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These beans are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Faith Muthoni
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It lets the natural flavor of the beans shine through.


Cristobal Valdes
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These beans are the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


RX Rakib
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I made these beans for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them.


kamal riyad
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This is my new go-to recipe for string beans. It's quick and easy, and the beans always turn out perfectly.


Ali Maroof
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I'm not a huge fan of string beans, but this recipe changed my mind. They were so flavorful and addictive.


Sayek Ahmed
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I added a little bit of feta cheese to the beans and they were even better.


Stephen Chibuzo Okoli
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These beans are a great side dish for any meal. They're healthy and delicious.


Poison Error
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I've never cooked string beans before, but this recipe made it easy. They were so good that I'm definitely making them again.


Umeema Khan
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My mom used to make these string beans all the time when I was growing up. I love being able to recreate her recipe at home.


Syed Asad Ullah Shah
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I followed the recipe exactly and the beans turned out perfectly. They were crispy and flavorful.


Eva Samuel
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These Greek string beans were a hit! Even the kids loved them.