Frozen Corn Or Green Beans Recipe

Transform bland frozen corn or green beans into a restaurant-quality side dish! This recipe solves the age-old problem of rubbery, tough frozen vegetables. Using a simple butter and half-and-half mixture, your frozen veggies will be tender, buttery, and reminiscent of those beloved pre-packaged frozen delights. This isn't a miracle cure for old, tough produce; you'll still want to select the best-looking frozen corn or green beans, but this method far surpasses simple blanching. Get ready to elevate your freezer staples!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 561.6 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Frozen Corn Or Green Beans

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How to Make Frozen Corn Or Green Beans

  1. Clean 1 lb of green beans or 2 cups of corn kernels (remove from cob if using corn).
  2. Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of butter in a saucepan. Let cool slightly.
  3. Whisk in 1/2 cup of half-and-half.
  4. Place the prepared green beans or corn in a large baking dish.
  5. Pour the butter and half-and-half mixture evenly over the vegetables.
  6. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 1 hour, stirring gently every 15 minutes.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  8. Portion into freezer-safe bags or containers. Freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

167g

Carbs

6g

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