Yakhnit Lobia (Yakhnit Green Beans) 2 1/2 lbs. Green beans, cut up (cleaned and drained from water) 1/2 lb. Lean veal meat, cut in 1/2 inch cubes 1/2 lb. Tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped or 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1/4 cup Chopped onions Butter Salt, pepper, cinnamon With 2 tablespoons butter, fry the meat and onions till brown. Add the seasoning, then add the green onions and fry 5 minutes longer. Add the tomato paste or tomatoes with enough water to cover. Cover the pan and cook on a medium high heat till meat is done, for one hour, and liquid subsides in half. Serve Yakhnit Lobia with Aroz Mofalfal. Green beans (Lobia), besides being low in calories, it's skin has fiber which gives bulk and filling. From "One Thousand And One Delights" by Nahda Salah available through International Promoters of Art Inc. middle eastern recipe index christina m k al-sudairy buy the book!