Easy Italian String Beans and Potatoes in Red Sauce

My grandmother used to make italian string beans and potatoes in red sauce every other Sunday, and the smell of the simmering tomatoes would fill the whole house before we even sat down to eat. It's one of those "cucina povera" dishes—peasant cooking—that relies on just a few simple, cheap ingredients to create something that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. If you grew up in an Italian-American household, you probably know exactly what I'm talking about. If you didn't, you've been missing out on one of the best ways to eat your vegetables. ...

May 7, 2026 · 6 min · Fahamu Castro