Green Beans and Potatoes in Chunky Tomato Sauce

I used canned tomatoes instead of fresh. Might have turned out better if I hadn't.

Yield: 8 servings

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 cups diced red potato
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 pounds green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup water
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3/4 pound plum tomatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 /4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper

To peel tomatoes, score the skin by making a small X on the bottom side with a sharp knife. Place tomato in boiling water for 30 seconds. Remove tomato using a slotted spoon; immediately submerge in a bowl of ice water. Let stand for one minute. Skin should pull off with a sharp knife.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic to pan; saute for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add potato, celery, salt, and beans; saute 1 minute. Add 1/4 cup water; cover and cook 5 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender. Add cilantro and tomatoes. Cover, reduce heat, and cook 4 minutes or until tomatoes begin to soften, stirring occasionally. Stir in peppers.


From Cooking Light May 2008