Mediterranean Braised Green Beans

Ingredients:
3 T. olive oil
1 onion finely chopped
4 cloves minced garlic
pinch cayenne pepper
1/2 c water
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 lbs beans, trimmed
1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
1 T tomato paste
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 c chopped fresh parsley
red wine vinegar and olive oil to taste

Directions:
 Move oven rack to center and preheat oven to 275 degrees. Heat oil in a deep saucepan or Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add onion and cook until soft, 3-5 minutes, then add the garlic and cayenne. Cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add in the water, baking soda, and beans and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Cover and transfer to the oven. Cook until slightly thickened and the beans are tender, about 40-50 minutes. Stir in the parsley and season with the oil and vinegar to taste. Serve and enjoy!

From: America's Test Kitchen