Sautéed Green Beans with Vinegar Reduction

Sautéed Green Beans with Vinegar Reduction
makes 2 servings
Created by Emily Marrs

INGREDIENTS
- 1 Tbls Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ½ medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 lb fresh green beans, stems removed
- 1 medium tomato or 2 small tomatoes cut into wedges
- 1 Tbls balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper

METHOD
1) Steam or boil the green beans in boiling water for about 6-10min or until soft.
2) While steaming, put a pinch of salt on sauté pan and begin heating. Once warm, add oil.
3) When oil is warm, add onion and garlic to sauté pan and stir until onion is soft, about 4 minutes.
4) Add dried thyme to pan. Let sit for one minute then stir to incorporate.
5) If beans are done, drain and set aside. If they are not done, let finish.
6) Add tomato to sauté pan, sauté for about 4 minutes until tomatoes wilt.
7) Add beans to pan. Add salt and pepper to taste. Sauté for 3 minutes.
8) Add vinegar to pan and let sit for a couple minutes while it caramelizes with the veggies. After it sits and bubbles, stir to mix. Continue for a about 3 more minutes.
9) When the veggies are browned and the vinegar has all been boiled away, the dish it ready to eat. Season if desired.
10) Enjoy!