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Potatoes and Green Beans


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  • Author: James Carter
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A hearty one-pan dish featuring tender potatoes and crisp green beans simmered with aromatics, tomatoes, and herbs. This versatile recipe works as a main course or side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. 1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add diced onion and cook for 5-6 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. 3. Stir in garlic, oregano, thyme, and bay leaf. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. 4. Add cubed potatoes, stirring to coat with oil and aromatics. Season with half the salt and pepper.
  5. 5. Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
  6. 6. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. 7. Add green beans, nestling among the potatoes. Season with remaining salt and pepper.
  8. 8. Cover and cook 12-15 minutes more until potatoes are fork-tender and green beans are crisp-tender.
  9. 9. Remove bay leaf and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice.
  10. 10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in skillet with a splash of broth if needed.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 6g