Prepare to transform your ordinary green beans into a culinary masterpiece that will have your dinner guests begging for seconds! This creamy, luxurious Green Beans with Mushroom Cream Sauce is not just a side dish—it's a flavor explosion that elevates simple vegetables into a gourmet experience. Imagine tender, crisp green beans bathed in a rich, velvety mushroom sauce that's so irresistible, even veggie skeptics will be coming back for more.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the green beans thoroughly under cold running water, then trim off the tough ends using a sharp knife.
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
- Carefully add the green beans to the boiling water and blanch for 3-4 minutes until they become bright green and crisp-tender.
- Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with cold water and ice cubes.
- Using tongs, immediately transfer the blanched green beans from the boiling water to the ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve their vibrant color.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it starts to foam.
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they release their moisture and become golden brown.
- Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the mushrooms and reduce heat to low, stirring continuously.
- Simmer the cream and mushroom mixture for 2-3 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
- Drain the green beans from the ice bath and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Add the blanched green beans to the skillet with the mushroom cream sauce, gently tossing to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat the green beans through and allow them to absorb the sauce.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with additional fresh ground black pepper if desired.
Tips
- • Always blanch your green beans to maintain their vibrant green color and perfect crisp-tender texture. • Use an ice bath immediately after blanching to stop the cooking process and preserve the beans' bright color and nutrients. • Choose fresh, firm mushrooms for the best flavor and sauté them until they're golden brown to develop a deep, rich taste. • Use heavy cream at room temperature to help prevent curdling when making the sauce. • Control your heat carefully when simmering the cream to achieve the perfect sauce consistency. • Season gradually and taste as you go to ensure the perfect balance of flavors. • For extra flavor, consider adding a clove of minced garlic or a sprinkle of fresh thyme to the mushroom cream sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 75mg
