Ingredients for Green Beans Au Gratin
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- Swiss Cheese
- 1 pound green beans
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup crushed potato chips
- 2 slices cooked bacon
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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How to Make Green Beans Au Gratin
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and bubbly (about 1 minute).
- Gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups of milk until the sauce thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add 1 pound of trimmed green beans to the cheese sauce and stir to coat.
- Pour the green bean mixture into a greased 8x8 inch casserole dish.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/2 cup crushed potato chips evenly over the top.
- Crumble 2 slices of cooked bacon and sprinkle over the top along with 1/4 teaspoon paprika.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
40 g
Sugar
11g
Fat
75g
Carbs
7g
