Green Beans in Olive Oil

Description
This recipe is for 3 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 lbs green beans
 * 1 medium onion, chopped
 * 2 chopped tomatoes
 * 1 tsp salt
 * ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
 * 3½ tsp sugar
 * ½ – 2 cups water

Directions

 * 1) Trim beans and cut into 3 pieces, wash and drain.
 * 2) Put onion and tomato into a heavy pan.
 * 3) Sprinkle with salt and rub in lightly with fingers.
 * 4) Stir in the beans, olive oil and sugar, mix well.
 * 5) Cover and cook for 15 minutes over medium heat.
 * 6) Stir occasionally.
 * 7) The beans will lose their colour and soften.
 * 8) When all the moisture has been absorbed, stir-fry the beans for 2 to 3 minutes.
 * 9) Add ½ cup water, cover and 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.