Greek green beans with potatoes and tomato

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 lb green beans, trimmed
• 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into chunks
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 loaf crusty bread
• Salt and black pepper

Steps

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook the onion for 6 minutes, until soft.
2. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add the green beans, potatoes, tomatoes, water, 1 1/2 tsp salt and some pepper. Stir and bring to a simmer.
4. Cover and simmer gently for 40 to 45 minutes, stirring now and then, until the beans are soft and the sauce is thick.
5. Stir in the parsley and serve warm with the bread.