Green Beans Alfredo
Elevate your side dish game with this creamy and flavorful Green Beans Alfredo recipe, a delightful twist on a classic Italian favorite. Tender, vibrant green beans are blanched to perfection and bathed in a luscious homemade Alfredo sauce made with butter, garlic, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. A hint of nutmeg adds a warm, aromatic touch, while the sauce brings rich creaminess without overpowering the fresh crunch of the beans. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect addition to weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve it as an elegant accompaniment to roasted meats or pasta dishes, and watch it steal the spotlight at the dinner table! Keywords: Green Beans Alfredo recipe, creamy side dish, easy vegetable recipes, Parmesan Alfredo sauce, holiday side dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- 4 cups water
- 6 units ice cubes
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water.
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and the green beans. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the beans are vibrant green and slightly tender.
Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice cubes and cold water. Immediately transfer the cooked green beans to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 2-3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally and let the cream reduce slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy. Add salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg (if using) to taste.
Gently toss the blanched green beans in the Alfredo sauce, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are heated through.
Serve immediately as a side dish, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.0 g | 173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.5 g | 408% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 393 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 2342 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 906 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 991 mg | 21% | |
*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.
