Creamy Green Beans
Transform your green bean side dish into a show-stopping favorite with this Creamy Green Beans recipe! Featuring tender blanched green beans tossed in a luscious, garlic-infused Parmesan cream sauce, this quick and easy dish is perfect for weeknights or special occasions. The addition of a buttery roux elevates the texture, while optional red chili flakes bring just the right amount of heat for a flavor-packed experience. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with roasted meats, holiday spreads, or a simple crusty bread. Perfectly creamy, irresistibly cheesy, and endlessly comforting—this is the ultimate way to enjoy green beans.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 250 milliliters whole milk (or heavy cream)
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water. Set aside.
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 the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. After a few minutes, drain and set them aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and butter mixture, whisking constantly to combine. Cook for about 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the milk (or heavy cream) while whisking to prevent lumps from forming. Continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Reduce the heat to low and add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Gently toss them in the creamy sauce until they are well coated and warmed through, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter for added richness. Toss gently to combine.
Transfer the creamy green beans to a serving platter and garnish with more grated Parmesan or a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
740 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.1 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.0 g | 125% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 1574 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 24.9 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 662 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1444 mg | 31% | |
*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.
