Simple Lunching- Potatoes and Green Beans
Posted on 08 January 2009 by joy
I’m a big believer in clean, simple foods. This lovely lunch recipe is just that: uncomplicated, unpretentious and utterly delicious. Using the best quality potatoes, beans and olive oil you can find, you’re sure to come away from the lunch table feeling like an utter success.
This recipe would also make a great side dish to a meaty dinner!
Italian Green Beans and Potatoes
Gourmet December 2008
- 1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus additional for drizzling
- 1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
Cook potatoes and garlic in a large pot of boiling salted water (3 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water), uncovered, until tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl with a slotted spoon and coarsely mash with oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Keep warm, covered.
Cook green beans in boiling water, uncovered, until tender, 6 to 10 minutes (beans may not be bright green). Drain, then stir into mashed potatoes in bowl. Drizzle with oil.
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