Sauteed Green Beans and Red Onion

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 lb green beans, trimmed and halved
• 1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Directions

1. 1

   In a large skillet, bring 1 cup water, oil, salt, and pepper to a simmer over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the green beans and onion.

3. 3

   Cover, and cook until the beans are crisp-tender, 8 to 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Uncover, and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until water has evaporated, beans are tender, and onions are beginning to brown, 5 to 8 minutes more.

5. 5

   Stir in vinegar and serve.