Fasoulia (Cypriot green bean stew)

Instructions

1. Trim the green beans and cut them into two or three pieces. Cut the potatoes into cubes and the tomatoes into small dice.
2. Fry the sliced onion in the olive oil for 6 minutes, then add the crushed garlic for 1 minute.
3. Add the tomatoes, sugar, salt and pepper, and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the beans and potatoes, then pour in the water.
5. Cover and simmer over low heat for 40 to 50 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the sauce is well reduced.
6. Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm or at room temperature.