Green Bean Plaki(Armenian Bean-Vegetable Dish) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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)

Preparation

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