Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh green beans trimmed and halved
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Blanch green beans in boiling water for 5 minutes, then plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in flour to form a roux. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream, cooking until the sauce thickens.
- Combine green beans and sauce in a baking dish. Season with salt and pepper. Top with crispy fried onions.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly. Serve warm.