Pasta and bean salad

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The recipe won't take much time. In a large saucepan, bring salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Remove from boiling water with a slotted spoon and rinse under cold water. Set aside. Add pasta to the boiling water and cook until done. Drain and rinse under cold water. In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and sugar if using. Add oil and season with 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add celery, peas or beans, and green beans to the dressing, then add pasta and mix well. Let the salad chill for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, add basil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve.

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