Jalapeno Green Beans

Jalapeno Green Beans

Serves 4 to 6

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded if desired, chopped
• 1 pound green beans, trimmed, halved if desired
• 1 tomato, diced, or 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained, liquid reserved
• Salt to taste

In a medium saucepan heat oil on medium-high until shimmering. Add onion and jalapeno and sauté until onion is tender, 5 minutes. Add green beans and a little water or reserved tomato liquid. Cover tightly and steam until beans are crisp-tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Add tomato, cover and simmer until beans reach desired tenderness, at least 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt.