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Description
A delicious and comforting dish combining green beans and mushrooms in a creamy gratin.
Ingredients
- 500g green beans, trimmed
- 250g mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 500ml milk
- 100g grated cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- In a pan, melt the butter and sauté the mushrooms until tender.
- Add the flour to the mushrooms and stir to combine.
- Gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Add half of the grated cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to the sauce and stir until the cheese melts.
- Combine the green beans and mushroom sauce in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese and breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- You can use any type of cheese you prefer.
- Add cooked bacon or ham for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French