This vegetarian side dish features fresh green beans, tomatoes, and loads of garlic simmered until tender, and then seasoned to perfection with cayenne pepper and smoked paprika.
1poundgreen beanstrimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 14.5-ouncecan diced tomatoes
1/4cupred wine
1/4teaspoonsmoked paprikaor up to 1/2 teaspoon, to taste
1/8teaspooncayenne pepperor less to taste
1/2teaspooncoarse salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, stir together the olive oil and the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and transparent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for another minute.
Add the green beans, tomatoes, and red wine. Stir gently and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for about an hour or until very tender.
Add smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve immediately.