Description
Creamy cheesy garlic green bean bake delivers comfort on a plate with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Crisp green beans nestled in a rich, garlicky sauce will draw you to savor each delightful, golden-edged bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) green beans, ends trimmed
- 1 ¼ cup (140 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) fresh, shredded parmesan cheese
Cheese and Spices:
- 1 tablespoon (14 grams) minced garlic (or 4 cloves, minced)
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
Liquid and Fat:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to a high temperature of 425°F and lightly coat a baking sheet with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Carefully spread the green beans across the baking sheet in a single, uniform layer to ensure even cooking and maximum flavor absorption.
- Create a flavor-packed coating by whisking together olive oil, minced garlic, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until well combined.
- Generously drizzle the aromatic oil mixture over the green beans, using gentle tossing motions to guarantee each bean is thoroughly and evenly coated.
- Transfer the seasoned green beans to the preheated oven and roast for approximately 20 minutes, allowing them to become tender-crisp while maintaining a vibrant green color.
- Once the initial roasting is complete, carefully remove the baking sheet and immediately distribute shredded mozzarella cheese across the surface of the green beans.
- Return the pan to the oven and activate the broiler or grill setting, watching closely as the cheese melts and transforms into a golden, bubbling layer.
- Remove from the oven when the cheese reaches a perfect golden-brown color, signaling the dish is ready to be served hot and bubbling.
Notes
- Elevate your veggie game with this quick and irresistible green bean side dish that transforms ordinary vegetables into a mouthwatering cheesy delight.
- Achieve perfectly crispy green beans by spreading them in a single layer, allowing each bean to roast evenly and develop a delicious golden-brown edge.
- Use freshly grated parmesan and mozzarella for maximum flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture that takes this dish from simple to spectacular.
- Timing is crucial – watch closely during the final broiling stage to prevent burning and ensure a beautiful golden cheese topping.
- Serve immediately after baking to enjoy the optimal combination of crisp green beans and gooey, melted cheese at its peak deliciousness.
- Prep ahead by trimming green beans and mixing the olive oil seasoning in advance to streamline your cooking process and reduce last-minute kitchen stress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 258
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 466mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 12mg