Description
Cheddar Bay Green Bean Casserole is a delightful twist on the classic holiday dish that combines tender green beans with rich cheddar cheese and a crispy breadcrumb topping. This creamy, cheesy casserole brings back cherished memories of family gatherings and festive feasts, making it a perfect addition to your holiday table or any cozy dinner. Simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, this dish will impress guests and become a new favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes, then transfer them to ice water to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and salt until well mixed.
- Fold the blanched green beans into the cheesy mixture until evenly coated.
- Pour everything into a greased baking dish and sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg