1 lb. green beans fresh or frozen
1/2 c. olive oil
3/4 c. chopped onion
1 clove garlic, firmly minced
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 c. water
1/2 tsp. dried mint leaves

Saute onion in olive oil until just golden brown; add the green beans (thawed, if frozen beans are used) and saute until they are bright green in color, then add remaining ingredients; cover and simmer until beans are tender. Stir or toss the beans and onions constantly while sauteing to the bright green color. Serves 6 to 8.