GREEK GREEN BEANS IN TOMATO SAUCE

GREEK GREEN BEANS IN TOMATO SAUCE 4 ripe tomatoes, peeled, or 16 oz. can tomatoes or marinara sauce 2 onions, finely chopped 4 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 c. water 1 tbsp. chopped fresh mint 1 tsp. oregan 1/2 tsp of ground cinnamon Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1 1/2 lbs. green beans, cut up, or 2 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen green beans, defrosted Peel and dice the tomatoes. If using canned tomatoes, break up with a fork. Combine tomatoes (including juice) with remaining ingredients, except green beans. Cover and simmer 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Meanwhile, wash, tip and cut up fresh beans. (If using frozen, allow to defrost.) Add green beans to the pot and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, until beans are tender and sauce is thick. 8 servings, about 50 calories each.