Description
Smothered Green Beans are a comforting and flavorful side dish that combines the fresh crunch of green beans with a creamy, savory sauce. Perfect for both casual dinners and festive gatherings, this recipe can be whipped up in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. The tender-crisp green beans, sautéed onions, and garlic create a delightful harmony of flavors that pairs beautifully with your favorite proteins or can shine on their own as a delicious vegetarian option. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dish ready to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- Fresh green beans
- Unsalted butter
- Chopped onion
- Minced garlic
- Low-sodium chicken broth
- Cream cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Green Beans: Wash and trim the green beans, cutting them into equal lengths.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in garlic and cook for one minute.
- Cook the Beans: Add green beans to the skillet with enough chicken broth to cover half of them. Bring to a simmer.
- Make the Sauce: Once beans are tender-crisp (about 8 minutes), lower heat and mix in softened cream cheese until melted.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper; cook for an additional 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
– To enhance flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes for some heat or substituting chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
– For added nutrition, incorporate chopped carrots or bell peppers alongside the green beans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg