Simple and elegant, this goes well with just about any main dish. My brother and his wife live in Sequim, Washington and they maintain a large garden that provides the ingredients for this dish. My sister-in-law Elaine makes this for me every time I pay them a visit.
Potatoes with Green Beans and Garlic
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 5 Med White or Red Potatoes
- 1 1/2 lb fresh Green Beans
- 4 Medium Toes Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil to saute garlic
- 1/4 C Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Kosher Salt
Instructions
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Cut potatoes into 1" to 1 1/2" cubes and boil in lightly salted water until tender (15-20 minutes).
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Snip ends off of Green Beans and boil until tender (minimum of 20 minutes but may take longer due to toughness).
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While potatoes and beans are boiling, slice the garlic into thin slices.
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Saute the garlic in 1 tbsb Olive Oil until soft, but no longer than 5 minutes.
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When potatoes and beans are both done and still very hot, drain well and place Potatoes into a large serving bowl.
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Place the garlic slices on top of the Potatoes and then add the Green Beans.
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Pour on Olive Oil, add salt to taste and toss well.
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Serve with a sprinkling of vinegar or a little aioli.