Italian Green Beans

When I was trying to decide what side dishes to serve with the prime rib I knew I wanted something green, but didn't want the same old green beans.  Lucky for me, I found this Giada de Laurentis recipe and they were absolutely scrumptious!  I know we will be eating them again around here.

Ingredients:
1.5 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
3 large shallots, thinly diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 tbsp thinly sliced fresh basil
Salt & freshly ground black pepper


Directions:
Cook the green beans in a large pot of boiling water until just crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.  Drain and rinse well in cold water.  Drain well; set aside.


Melt the butter and oil in a heavy, large skillet over medium heat.  Add the shallots & garlic and saute until tender, about 2 minutes.  Add the tomatoes and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.  Add the beans and cook until the juices evaporate and the beans are almost tender, stirring often, about 10 minutes.  Stir in the wine and basil.  Simmer 2 minutes longer.  Season w/salt and pepper to taste.