Green Beans in Olive Oil

Description
This recipe is for 3 serves.

Ingredients

 * 1 	lbs  	Green Beans
 * 1 	med 	Onion, chopped
 * 2 	each 	Chopped tomatoes
 * 1 	tsp 	Salt
 * 1/3 	cup 	Extra Virgin Olive Oil
 * 3 1/2 	tsp 	Sugar
 * ½-2 c water

Directions

 * 1) Trim beans & cut into 3 pieces, wash & drain.
 * 2) Put onion & tomato into a heavy pan.
 * 3) Sprinkle with salt & rub in lightly with fingers.
 * 4) Stir in the beans, olive oil & sugar, mix well.
 * 5) Cover & cook for 15 minutes over medium heat.
 * 6) Stir occasionally.
 * 7) The beans will lose their colour & soften.
 * 8) When all the moisture has been absorbed, stir-fry the beans for 2 to 3 minutes.
 * 9) Add ½ cup water, cover & simmer for 40 to 50 minutes, till the beans are tender.
 * 10) Add more water if necessary, ½ cup at a time.
 * 11) When cooked, the dish should be very moist but not watery.
 * 12) Serve cold as part of a buffet.