Green Beans and Tomatoes

INGREDIENTS

2 lb

green beans , trimmed

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 tbsp

butter

1 cup

chopped Vidalia onion

1 tbsp

minced garlic

2 cups

tomatoes , peeled and chopped, juices retained

1 tbsp

light brown sugar

1/2 cup

water

1/4 tsp

dried Italian seasoning

1/4 tsp

Cajun seasoning , or to taste

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper ,