Creamed Red Potatoes and Green Beans

Transform your dinner table with the comforting goodness of Creamed Red Potatoes and Green Beans, a timeless side dish that combines tender red potatoes and crisp green beans with a rich, velvety cream sauce. This recipe strikes the perfect balance of flavors with hints of garlic, onion, and freshly ground black pepper, all harmonizing beautifully in a buttery, homemade roux. With only 20 minutes of prep time, this elegant yet simple dish is ideal for cozy weeknight meals or as a standout addition to your holiday spread. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s as visually inviting as it is delicious. Perfectly creamy and irresistibly savory, this must-try recipe is sure to become a new family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds red potatoes
• 1 pound green beans
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Scrub the red potatoes clean and cut them into bite-sized cubes, leaving the skins on for texture.

Step 2

Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into 1.5-inch pieces.

Step 3

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes or until fork-tender. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the potatoes to a bowl and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the green beans and boil for 4-5 minutes until they are tender-crisp. Drain the beans and set them aside with the potatoes.

Step 5

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux, ensuring it doesn’t brown.

Step 6

Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly to create a smooth sauce. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Add the cooked potatoes and green beans to the skillet, folding gently to coat them evenly in the cream sauce.

Step 9

Heat everything through for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the potatoes and beans are warmed and well-mixed.

Step 10

Transfer the dish to a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1698.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1683.5

Total Fat 90.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 256.9mg	0%
Sodium 3162.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.6g	0%
Total Sugars 41.9g
Protein 37.9g	0%

Vitamin D 161.0IU	0%
Calcium 754.2mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 4493.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 44.3%