Simple Green Bean Casserole
By: Produce for Kids
No Thanksgiving feast is complete without the green beans! This Simple Green Bean Casserole recipe is a classic, creamy dish that perfectly compliments the Holiday Stuffed Turkey (see notes section for recipe). Toasted almonds top off this side for added crunch.
Notes
Click here for the Holiday Stuffed Turkey recipe.
Serves4 people
Preparation Time30 min
Cooking Time14 min
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, washed, ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped the whole length
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- pinch of black pepper
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted until golden (for garnish)
Instructions
- In large saucepan, boil 2 quarts of water. Add green beans and cook, uncovered, 4-5 minutes or until tender.
- Heat butter in a skillet. Add garlic and green onion. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add salt, pepper, and cream. Simmer for 7 minutes to reduce cream slightly.
- Toss with green beans and top with toasted sliced almonds.