Early Summer Succotash ala ~DKBB~

Early Summer Succotash ala ~DKBB~

(original recipe from Cooking Light June 2018) 

photo from Cooking Light

3 Tbsp. olive oil

1 cup thinly sliced shallots

1 to 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

2½ cups fresh green beans, chopped

½ cup fresh (or frozen) corn kernels

½ cup water

Kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste

½ cup torn fresh basil (optional)

• Heat oil in large skillet over medium high heat; add shallots and garlic; cook until softened (about 4 minutes).
• Add green beans, corn, and water; cover and cook 5 minutes; continue cooking (covered or uncovered, your choice) until beans are crisp-tender.
• Stir in salt and pepper (and basil, if desired); serve.