1 lb. fresh string beans, ends trimmed and cut in half
olive oil
3 cloves of garlic, minced
Between 1/2-1 cup tomato sauce
1 cup chicken broth

Saute garlic in enough olive oil to cover bottom of pan. Add string beans and let cook 3 minutes and tomato sauce, chicken broth and cover. When liquid begins to boil, lower heat and let simmer at 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.