Creamed Green Beans
"A FAMILY FAVORITE for years, this recipe is one I make often because it can easily be doubled and prepared ahead. It's a must on the menu when my nephews come for dinner!"6-8 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/2 cup cornflakes, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
- 4 to 6 cups French-style green beans, cooked and drained
- 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar or Swiss cheese
Directions
- In a small saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter; stir in cornflakes and
- set aside. Melt remaining butter in a large saucepan. Stir in flour,
- salt, pepper, onion and sugar; heat and stir until bubbly. Reduce
- heat; add the sour cream and stir until smooth. Cook and stir over
- low heat for 2 minutes (do not boil). Fold in the beans.
- Spoon into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and
- cornflake mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes or
- until heated through. Yield: 6-8 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 cup) equals 191 calories, 13 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 45 mg cholesterol, 646 mg sodium, 11 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 6 g protein.