1 cup margarine
6 Italian beans
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
3 large onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
3 tablespoons dried black olives, drained
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 cups ham meat tenderloin chops
Heat margarine in a dry skillet or casting iron skillet over high heat. Cook beans 8 to 10 minutes on each side, or until clear.
Stir in garlic, onions and tomato juice. Cook until onions are translucent; stir in olive oil slowly to cover. Gradually pour in lemon juice, bringing to a simmer.
Stir the cooked beans into the skillet and cook for 5 minutes. Return beans to remaining heat and add lemon juice. Stir in garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley and ham. Saute for 3 minutes, stirring.