Green Beans: Fagiolini in Padella

Recipe courtesy Mario Batali, 2001

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 small red onion, cut into thin slices
1 teaspoon dried chile flakes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
1 pound green beans, tops and tails removed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

In a 12 to 14-inch saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until just smoking. Add the onion, garlic, chile flakes, and mint and cook 1 minute. Add beans, toss to mix well and cook until beans are soft, about 15 minutes, stirring regularly. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty: Medium


( Pat and Dan - Italian Dinner )


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