Green beans & Red Onions

This recipe is a family favorite, and is always requested for holiday dinners - I am not sure when is the last time we had a green bean casserole at a family holiday dinner to be quite honest, but I am guessing it was before I found this recipe! Please enjoy.

Green Beans & Red Onions
from Everyday food, issue #11

1 c water
2 T olive oil
1 t salt
1/8 t ground black pepper
1 lb green beans, trimmed & cut into 3 inch lengths
1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2 inch wedges
1 T balsamic vinegar

1. In a large skillet, bring water, olive oil salt & pepper to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Add beans and onion, cover; cook until beans are crisp tender, 8-10 minutes.
3. Uncover; continue cooking, stirring often, until water has evaporated, beans are tender, and onions are beginning to brown, 5-8 minutes more. Remove from heat, stir in balsamic vinegar, and serve.