Sauteed Green Beans with Tomatoes and Basil

Yup green beans again....and hmmmm yummy!!  AND look at how "Christmasy" this dish is ?!  Totally make it the next time you host Christmas!!

Serves 6

Ingredients:

1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

3 large shallots, thinly sliced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 (14 1/2 oz) can diced tomatoes in juice

1/4 cup dry white wine

2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil

Cook the green beans in a large pot of boiling water until just crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.  Drain the beans, then rinse with cold water.  Drain again very well and set the beans aside.

Melt the butter and oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat.  Add the shallots and garlic and saute until tender, about 2 minutes.  Add the tomatoes and their juices and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.  Add the beans and cook until the juices evaporate and the beans are almost tender, stirring often, about 10 minutes.  Stir in the wine and basil.  Simmer 2 minutes longer.  Season with salt and pepper to taste.  Transfer to to a platter or bowl and serve.