Green Beans Cream Style
Transform your table into a celebration of comforting flavors with this Green Beans Cream Style recipe, a velvety twist on a classic side dish! Crisp-tender green beans are blanched to perfection and then coated in a rich, homemade cream sauce made with butter, heavy cream, and a savory touch of garlic and onion. A hint of parmesan cheese adds indulgent depth, while the creamy texture and gentle seasoning make it the perfect companion to roasted meats or holiday feasts. Ready in just 40 minutes, this simple yet sophisticated dish will elevate any dinner menu. Add this creamy green beans recipe to your repertoire for an irresistibly lush and satisfying side!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. Cut them into 2-inch pieces.
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking. Drain again and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to form a roux and cook off the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and broth until smooth. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Season the cream sauce with salt and pepper. For extra richness, stir in the grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly in the sauce. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm as a creamy, comforting side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.3 g | 87% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 523 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 343 mg | 7% | |
*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.
