Yield: 6-8 servings
lbs green beans (the smallest available)
lbs cherry tomatoes, washed and sliced in half
Salt and red pepper flakes to taste
Slices of grilled or roasted bread
Snap off both ends of the beans and wash under cold, running water. Bring a large sauce pan of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add beans and cook uncovered, until tender but still a bit firm to the bite, 2 to 5 minutes, depending on size. Drain and immediately plunge beans in a large bowl of ice water. This will stop the cooking and maintain the green color. When cool, drain beans and set aside.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and anchovies. Stir for about 1 minute and add tomatoes. Cook until juices of the tomatoes have thickened and tomatoes are soft and tender 3 to 5 minutes. Add beans and season with salt and red pepper flakes. Cook stirring, just long enough for the beans to heat through, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve warm with a few slices of grilled bread.
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