Green Beans in Tomato Sauce

5 from 2 ratings

These green beans in tomato sauce are outrageously tasty and ready in just 10 minutes! This one-pot wonder, made with fresh or frozen green beans, is a speedy and delicious easy dinner.

Prep Time5

Cook Time9

Total Time14

Course: Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Fusion

Keyword: green beans and tomato sauce

Servings:

Author: Sarah Cook

Equipment

Ingredients

2 tsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic {minced}
24 oz green beans {rinsed with ends and strings removed}
2 cups marinara sauce
1/2 cup water

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
2 tsp olive oil, 3 cloves garlic
Add green beans, marinara sauce, and water. Stir.
24 oz green beans, 2 cups marinara sauce, 1/2 cup water
Place a lid or baking sheet over the skillet and cook for 9 minutes (al dente) or until the green beans have reached your desired texture.
(optional) top with shaved or grated Parmesan.

Notes

If you prefer green beans that are softer, increase the water by 2 tbsp and cook until they have reached your desired texture. Check after the initial 9 minutes to see if additional water needs to be added.
You can use frozen green beans.

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