My grandmother, Yeranuhe Genjian-Vartanesian, – as well as
all of my grandparents – came from humble beginnings. Yeranuhe Nanny came from
the mountains of Musa Dagh, Syria. She was one of the fortunate Armenians who found
her way to America in 1921 where, upon arrival to Ellis Island, she married my
grandfather, Oskan Vartanesian. (Sadly, how and when he arrived in America is not exactly known.)
Yeranuhe Nanny’s Stovetop Green Beans and Potatoes |
Here is a modern take on one of Nanny’s humble dishes -Stovetop Green Beans with
Potatoes:
Ingredients for Stovetop Green Beans with Potatoes |
Ingredients:
Green beans and potatoes simmering away! |
Add tomatoes with liquid, pepper paste diluted in water, green
beans, and potatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine
ingredients.
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