Green Bean-Goat Cheese Gratin

Health score
13%
Green Bean-Goat Cheese Gratin
50 min.
4
385kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Green Bean-Goat Cheese Gratin, a side dish that promises to elevate any meal. Bursting with fresh haricots verts, this dish combines the creamy richness of goat cheese and whipping cream with the nutty crunch of pecans and the savory goodness of Parmesan. Perfectly balanced, it features a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine perfectly cooked green beans, crisp-tender to preserve their vibrant color and fresh flavor, mingling with the luscious goat cheese and topped with a golden, crunchy breadcrumb mixture. This gratin not only satisfies the cravings for comfort food but also adds a touch of elegance to your dinner table. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply looking to elevate a weeknight meal, this dish is sure to be a hit.

As you prepare this recipe, you'll find that the straightforward method and accessible ingredients make cooking a pleasure. With just 50 minutes of your time, you can create a dish that looks as good as it tastes. Serve it alongside roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian feast—you'll love the versatility. So, roll up your sleeves and treat yourself and your loved ones to this delectable Green Bean-Goat Cheese Gratin!

Ingredients

  • ounces goat cheese crumbled
  • pound haricots verts fresh trimmed (tiny green beans)
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • oz parmesan shredded divided
  • 0.3 cup pecans finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream 
  • slices sandwich bread white

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • ramekin
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Tear bread into large pieces; pulse in a food processor 2 or 3 times or until coarse crumbs form.
  3. Drizzle oil over crumbs; add 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Pulse 5 or 6 times or until coated with oil. Stir in pecans.
  4. Cut green beans crosswise into thirds. Cook in boiling water to cover 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain and pat dry with paper towels.
  5. Toss together beans, next 4 ingredients, and remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Firmly pack mixture into 4 (6-oz.) shallow ramekins. Cover each with aluminum foil, and place on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake at 400 for 20 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with crumb mixture.
  7. Bake 8 more minutes or until golden.
  8. Let stand 5 minutes.
  9. Brought to the table by cookbook author Tasia Malakasis, owner of Belle Chvre creamery in Elkmont, Alabama.

Nutrition Facts

Calories385kcal
Protein15.25%
Fat67.75%
Carbs17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.44
Glycemic Load
6.85
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
17.134347915649%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.98mg
Delphinidin
0.66mg
Catechin
0.66mg
Epigallocatechin
0.51mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.21mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
0.51mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
3.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:384.84kcal
19.24%
Fat:29.96g
46.1%
Saturated Fat:13.6g
85.02%
Carbohydrates:16.93g
5.64%
Net Carbohydrates:12.67g
4.61%
Sugar:5.89g
6.55%
Cholesterol:54.6mg
18.2%
Sodium:612.68mg
26.64%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.17g
30.34%
Vitamin K:52.98µg
50.46%
Manganese:0.76mg
38.14%
Calcium:366.59mg
36.66%
Vitamin A:1538.15IU
30.76%
Phosphorus:283.68mg
28.37%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.02%
Vitamin C:14.11mg
17.11%
Fiber:4.25g
17.01%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.04%
Copper:0.32mg
15.92%
Folate:57.7µg
14.42%
Selenium:10.01µg
14.29%
Magnesium:56.64mg
14.16%
Iron:2.32mg
12.91%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.8%
Zinc:1.58mg
10.55%
Potassium:344.37mg
9.84%
Vitamin E:1.47mg
9.81%
Vitamin B3:1.67mg
8.36%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.71%
Vitamin B12:0.33µg
5.49%
Vitamin D:0.64µg
4.26%
Source:My Recipes