Ingredients:
– 1 pound (500 g) green beans, ends trimmed
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons fresh parmesan cheese, shredded
– 1 tablespoon minced garlic (or 4 cloves garlic, minced)
– 3/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
– 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
– 1 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with nonstick cooking oil spray to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare the Green Beans: Arrange the trimmed green beans on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are evenly spread out for even cooking.
3. Prepare the Garlic Oil Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, shredded parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Kosher salt, and fresh cracked black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
4. Coat the Green Beans: Drizzle the prepared garlic oil mixture over the green beans on the baking sheet, making sure to coat them thoroughly. Use your hands or a spatula to toss the green beans until they are evenly coated with the flavorful oil mixture.
5. Bake the Green Beans: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the green beans for approximately 20 minutes, or until they are vibrant in color and tender-crisp.
6. Add the Cheese Topping: Once the green beans are cooked to perfection, remove them from the oven and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
7. Broil Until Golden: Return the baking sheet to the oven and switch the setting to broil (or grill). Broil the green beans for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and becomes golden brown and bubbly.
8. Serve and Enjoy: Remove the Cheesy Garlic Green Beans from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish. Serve immediately while they are still hot and enjoy the irresistible combination of flavors and textures!
Nutritional Information:
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Servings: 4
