Spring Vegetable Ring - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 new potatoes
6 Tbsp. butter, divided
1/4 c. water
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lb. fresh green beans, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 large fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

Preparation

Scrub potatoes.
With a vegetable peeler or sharp knife, remove a thin strip of peel around center of each potato.
Place potatoes in a 1 1/2-quart casserole.
Add 2 tablespoons butter and the water.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Microwave on High for 12 to 16 minutes.
Let stand, covered, while cooking beans.
Place remaining butter in a large shallow bowl.
Microwave on High until melted.
Add remaining ingredients.
Cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on High for 7 to 9 minutes.
Let stand, covered, for 3 minutes.
Remove cover and surround with cooked potatoes.
Makes 6 servings.