Grandma's Cheesy Green Beans

Creamy, cheesy, and absolutely irresistible, Grandma's Cheesy Green Beans is the ultimate comfort food side dish that will leave everyone coming back for seconds! Perfectly tender fresh green beans are smothered in a rich, homemade cheddar-Parmesan cheese sauce, then topped with golden, buttery panko breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch. This easy-to-make recipe combines classic flavors with a touch of nostalgia, delivering a side dish that's ideal for holiday gatherings, Sunday dinners, or any occasion that calls for a comforting vegetable casserole. Ready in just 40 minutes and packed with flavor, this crowd-pleaser is destined to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups milk
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.75 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fresh green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the all-purpose flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to make a roux.

Step 4

Gradually pour in the milk, whisking to combine. Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens into a smooth sauce.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is creamy.

Step 6

Season the cheese sauce with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then remove it from the heat.

Step 7

In the prepared baking dish, combine the green beans and cheese sauce. Toss to coat the beans evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with olive oil until the crumbs are slightly moistened.

Step 9

Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the green beans and cheese mixture.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1183.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1913.5

Total Fat 130.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 378.7mg	0%
Sodium 3872.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 35.7g
Protein 100.7g	0%

Vitamin D 213.5IU	0%
Calcium 2691.9mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 1810.7mg	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: 59.5%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 20.2%