String Beans With Tomatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Cut tips off the beans, and if necessary remove the strings.
2. 2
   Cut beans into 2-inch lengths.
3. 3
   Bring enough water to boil to cover beans when added.
4. 4
   Add salt to taste, and the beans.
5. 5
   Cook 5 minutes, or until tender; cooking time will depend on size.
6. 6
   Drain thoroughly.
7. 7
   Core tomatoes, and cut into half-inch cubes.
8. 8
   Heat oil and butter in a skillet and add garlic.
9. 9
   When garlic is cooked, but not brown, add tomatoes, salt, pepper and bay leaf.
10. 10
    Cook, stirring, about 2 minutes.
11. 11
    Add beans, stir to blend well and cook about 1 minute, until hot.
12. 12
    Remove bay leaf and serve.