Creamy Green Beans
Our Creamy Green Beans dish features fresh green beans and mushrooms sautéed with garlic and sauced up with real cream and parmesan cheese. To finish, a sprinkle of crispy bacon crumbles adds an irresistible, savory crunch.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 slices thick cut bacon, diced
- ½ pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- ½ pound fresh sliced mushrooms
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup vegetable broth, you can also use chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream, half & half will also work, but the sauce won't be as creamy
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Set a large 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bacon to the skillet and cook for 6 minutes or until cooked to a crisp. Remove bacon from the skillet using a slotted spoon. Do not discard the bacon fat.
- Set the skillet back over medium-high heat and add the green beans and mushrooms; season with salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 10 seconds, then stir in the broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and continue to cook for 2 minutes.
- In the meantime, in a mixing bowl whisk together the heavy cream and parmesan cheese.
- Remove the cover from the green beans, stir in the heavy cream mixture, and bring to a simmer. Lower heat to medium-low and continue to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cream thickens.
- Remove from heat and taste for salt and pepper; adjust accordingly.
- Sprinkle previously cooked bacon over the green beans and mushrooms, and serve.
Notes
- Green Beans: Use trimmed, fresh green beans for the best flavor and texture.
- Mushrooms: If you wash the mushrooms, dry them thoroughly.
- Variations: Feel free to tweak the recipe by adding slivered almonds or substituting sausage for bacon.
- Flavor Infusion: For an extra kick, consider infusing the cream with chopped fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme before adding it to the pan.
- Cheese Choice: While Parmesan is a classic option, experiment with other cheeses like Pecorino Romano or Grana Padano.
- Seasoning: Adjust the salt and pepper to taste to ensure the perfect balance of flavors.
- Thickening the Sauce: If you like a thicker consistency, allow the sauce to simmer a bit longer, or consider adding a slurry of cornstarch and water to thicken it up quickly.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 610mg | Potassium: 457mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1387IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 202mg | Iron: 1mg
