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13) Italian-Style Green Bean Casserole with Mozzarella

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed and halved
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken or veggie broth
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp butter melted

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Steam or boil green beans until just tender, 4-6 minutes, then drain.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium. Cook onion 4 minutes until soft, then add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in tomatoes, broth, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Toss beans with tomato mixture in a baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
  5. Mix panko with melted butter and sprinkle over cheese.
  6. Bake 15-20 minutes until cheese melts and crumbs are golden.