Basil and Tomato Green Beans

By maxwells4

Recipe courtesy The Neelys

Ingredients

• 2 pounds green beans, ends trimmed
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 large shallot, chopped
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chiffonade

Preparation

Step 1

Add the green beans to a large pot of boiling salted water. Cook until bright green, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove green beans from the boiling water and plunge into ice water to stop the cooking. Drain well.

In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Saute the shallot over medium heat until soft. Add red pepper flakes, salt, pepper and green beans. Toss together cooking for a minute more. Add the white wine and tomato and cook until the wine has reduced; about 3 minutes. Add the basil and season with salt and pepper, to taste