Cheesy Green Beans
Elevate your veggie game with this irresistible Cheesy Green Beans recipe—a comforting side dish that’s as indulgent as it is satisfying. Crisp-tender green beans are coated in a rich, creamy cheddar-Parmesan cheese sauce, made from scratch with a buttery roux for a luscious texture. Topped with a golden, crunchy layer of cheesy panko breadcrumbs, this baked dish is the perfect combination of creamy and crispy. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an easy yet impressive addition to your holiday spread or weeknight dinner table. Bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this cheesy green bean casserole is guaranteed to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, until they are tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to make a roux, whisking constantly.
Gradually add the milk, whisking to combine, and cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans with the cheese sauce, ensuring the beans are evenly coated.
Transfer the green bean mixture to an 8x8-inch baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.
In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and olive oil. Mix well to create a topping.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the green beans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1502 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.2 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.3 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 289 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 3049 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.1 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 73.0 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1923 mg | 148% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1368 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
