Description
A rich and creamy green bean casserole featuring a savory garlic butter sauce and a golden Parmesan panko crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for topping)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 3-5 minutes. Drain and immediately plunge them into an ice bath to preserve color and texture.
- In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the blanched and dried green beans to the skillet, stirring until they are fully coated in the garlic cream sauce.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour the bean mixture into a greased 9×9 inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the beans.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American