Alpine Green Bean Gratin

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Alpine Green Bean Gratin recipe for a cheesy, creamy side dish
in Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb fresh green beans or 1 lb frozen green beans , cut into French style
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
3/4 cup finely sliced onion
1 1/2 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 lb sliced mushrooms ( I use button )
1 cup sour cream
fresh ground black pepper , to taste
salt , to taste
2 1/2 cups swiss cheese ( Emmanthaler , Gruyere or Jarlsberg )
1/3 cup dried breadcrumbs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
450
Sugar
4g
Fat
38g
The Alpine Green Bean Gratin is a cheesy and creamy side dish perfect for any family dinner or holiday meal. This recipe combines crisp-tender green beans with sautéed onions, garlic, and mushrooms in a rich sour cream sauce. Topped with melty Swiss cheese and buttery breadcrumbs, this dish is a crowd-pleaser. Green beans are a good source of vitamin C and fiber, making this dish a slightly healthier option among traditional holiday sides. While this dish is high in fat and calories, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Cook green beans in a pot of salted boiling water until crisp-tender, about 5-7 minutes.
3.Remove beans from water and shock in a bowl of ice water to stop cooking.
4.Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
5.Add onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
6.Add garlic and mushrooms and cook until mushrooms are softened and browned, about 5-7 minutes.
7.Stir in sour cream and season with salt and pepper.
8.In a separate bowl, mix together the Swiss cheese and breadcrumbs.
9.Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat with the mushroom and sour cream mixture.
10.Pour the green bean mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
11.Sprinkle the Swiss cheese mixture over the top of the green beans.
12.Cut the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter into small pieces and sprinkle over the cheese.
13.Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.

PROS

This dish is cheesy and creamy and sure to please a crowd.

Green beans are a good source of vitamin C and fiber.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

The recipe calls for sour cream, which may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Green beans are a good source of vitamin C, which can boost immune health.
They are also high in fiber, which can aid in digestion and help promote feelings of fullness.

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