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Cheesy Green Bean Casserole

This classic casserole recipe with fresh green beans, tomatoes, aromatic basil, and extra melty cheese is a must-try. It's perfect for any occasion - a holiday feast, a potluck with friends, or a cozy weeknight dinner at home.

Recipe - 522 - Montebello

Cheesy Green Bean Casserole

Prep Time15 Minutes

Servings8

Cook Time35 Minutes

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds frozen green beans

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

3 cups cherry tomatoes

1/2 pound fresh mozzarella block

6 large fresh basil leaves

2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

1/4 cup bread crumbs

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

Preheat to 375 degrees F.
Thaw and pre-cook the frozen green beans briefly
Slice basil leaves into long ribbons. Cut the fresh mozzarella into 1 inch pieces.
In a baking dish combine the casserole ingredients and stir to combine. Sprinkle the topping ingredients over the top (breadcrumbs + parmesan)
Bake the casserole, covered, for 25 minutes (if green beans are warm) or 40 minutes (if green beans are cold)
Enjoy!

15 minutes

Prep Time

35 minutes

Cook Time

Servings

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Makes 8 servings

1 1/2 pounds frozen green beans

First Street Green Beans, Whole - 32 Ounce

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1/2 teaspoon sea salt

First Street Sea Salt, Grinder - 9.5 Ounce

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3 cups cherry tomatoes

First Street Tomatoes, Cherry - 12 Ounce

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1/2 pound fresh mozzarella block

First Street Cheese, Part-Skim, Mozzarella, Low-Moisture - 16 Ounce

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6 large fresh basil leaves

Sun Harvest Living Basil, Organic - 1 Each

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2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

First Street Grated Cheese, Parmesan - 24 Ounce

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1/4 cup bread crumbs

First Street Bread Crumbs, Italian Style - 15 Ounce

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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

First Street Olive Oil, Extra Virgin, Imported - 16.9 Fluid ounce

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Directions

Preheat to 375 degrees F.
Thaw and pre-cook the frozen green beans briefly
Slice basil leaves into long ribbons. Cut the fresh mozzarella into 1 inch pieces.
In a baking dish combine the casserole ingredients and stir to combine. Sprinkle the topping ingredients over the top (breadcrumbs + parmesan)
Bake the casserole, covered, for 25 minutes (if green beans are warm) or 40 minutes (if green beans are cold)
Enjoy!