Virginia's Green Beans Provencal

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   Prepare an ice-water bath by filling a large bowl with ice and water

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   Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat.

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   Add the beans and cook until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes.

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   Drain well in a colander, then set the colander with beans in the ice-water bath, making sure the beans are submerged.

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   Drain the beans, shaking off the excess water.

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   In the same pot, heat the oil over low heat.

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   Add beans, garlic, tomatoes, olives and basil, and toss to combine.

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   Drizzle vinegar over beans and toss to coat.

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   Taste and adjust for seasoning with salt and pepper.

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    Serve hot, warm, or cold.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.