1 med. onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 tbsp. oil
1 1/2 lbs. green beans, cut in 3 inch pieces (5 c.)
3 med. tomatoes, chopped
1/4 c. snipped parsley
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. basil
1/8 tsp. pepper
Grated Parmesan cheese

Cook onion and garlic in 3 quart pan until tender. Add other ingredients, except cheese. Cover and simmer over low heat until beans are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese.