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Sometimes when we plan a meal we focus so much on the main dish that the sides aren’t given much thought. As a matter of fact, sometimes side dishes really are an afterthought. As much as I love simple sides, like steamed veggies, leafy salads and fresh fruit, I really enjoy cozy side dishes that are warm and baked in the oven on a chilly evening too. Whether you are planning your dinner menu for the week or bringing a dish to pass this holiday season, these Cheesy Baked Green Beans are sure to become a family favorite!
My dad likes to talk about food with me. I like it because, well…I like to cook. He often reminisces about good home cooked meals that my mother has cooked him in the past and gets frustrated talking about some favorites of his that he can no longer find in the grocery store. One of the items that he can no longer find are french cut green beans in cheese sauce. I have never had it, but it sounded good so I decided to make a tastier homemade version for him myself! Let me tell you…Yum!
This yummy side dish is really easy to make! First, grab a package of your favorite frozen french cut green beans on your next grocery store trip to Walmart. Then head over to the cheese section and grab a package of Kraft Natural Sharp Cheddar shredded cheese. There are so many delicious Kraft Natural Cheese varieties to choose from, so you may even want to grab a few different cheeses for dinner later in the week! As long as you have milk and few basics at home, you should be all set to get cooking!
In a large stock pot, saute your finely chopped onion, and minced garlic in butter until softened over medium heat. Add flour (to make a roux) and then slowly add milk anda little sour cream until thickened. Season with a little salt and pepper, then add in the Kraft Sharp Cheddar Cheese, stirring until it’s melted and has become a delicious sauce.
Add your thawed french cut green beans to the cheese sauce and mix well to coat all of the beans.
Pour the cheesy beans into a lightly greased 9×13 baking dish evenly and sprinkle the top with more cheese and a generous handful of breadcrumbs.
Bake in the oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until the edges are light golden brown and bubbly.
These yummy green beans are great served with chicken, beef, or pork for dinner and make a tasty dish to pass for large family gatherings on any occasion.
I can’t wait to share this recipe with my dad! I think he’s going to love it! This dish will definitely be making more appearances on our family’s dinner table. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 1 (48 oz.) package French Cut Green Beans, thawed
- 6 Tbsp. butter
- 1 small onion, chopped finely
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 4 cups (16 oz. Bag) Kraft Shredded Sharp Cheddar Natural Cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs, regular or panko
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large stockpot, melt your butter over medium heat and quickly saute your onion and garlic while stirring being careful not to burn.
- Whisk in your flour until no lumps remain, then slowly add your milk and sour cream.
- Season with a little salt and pepper, stir.
- Stir well until the sauce is smooth and slightly bubbling on the sides of the pan.
- Add 3 cups of the cheese and stir well.
- Turn off the heat and continue stirring until the cheese is melted and you have a nice, thick sauce.
- Add your thawed green beans to the cheese mixture and stir well to coat.
- Pour your cheesy green bean mixture into a lightly greased 9x13 baking dish and top with the remaining 1 cup of cheese.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup of seasoned breadcrumbs on top.
- I sometimes spray a touch of non stick cooking spray on top of the breadcrumbs to help it brown up.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until it's golden brown on top and bubbly.
- If it's not as golden as you'd like on top, turn your broiler on medium for 5 minutes and that will do the trick!
- Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Serve warm as a side dish with your favorite entrees.
- Serves 12 generously.
- Enjoy!
Looking for more cheesy goodness? Check out the great recipes at KraftRecipes.com!
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I can never get my kids to enjoy green beans like I do, but this recipe may well be my way to get them to enjoy them as much as I do! This looks perfectly cheesy and delicious! YUM! {client}
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