Dutch Beans
Indulge in the comforting, creamy simplicity of Dutch Beans—a classic dish that brings a touch of European flair to your dinner table. This delightful recipe features tender green beans coated in a velvety béchamel sauce, infused with the warm, aromatic notes of ground nutmeg. Perfect as a hearty side dish, Dutch Beans combine the natural crispness of fresh green beans with the richness of butter, milk, and a lightly seasoned roux. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is a crowd-pleasing accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled fish, or vegetarian mains. Elevate your next meal with this flavorful and easy-to-make side that’s sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 250 milliliters whole milk
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 liter water
Instructions
Rinse the green beans thoroughly under cold water and trim the ends.
Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt and the green beans. Cook for 6–8 minutes, or until the beans are tender but still slightly crisp. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a smooth roux.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continually to prevent lumps. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens and is smooth.
Stir in the ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Add the cooked green beans to the saucepan and toss gently to coat them evenly with the sauce.
Continue to cook for 2–3 minutes over low heat to warm the beans through and allow the flavors to meld.
Transfer the Dutch Beans to a serving dish and serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.5 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1343 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 17.7 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 573 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1457 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.
