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Fancy French Beans
 
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 25 Minutes
Servings: 6
When she's entertaining, June Mullins of Livonia, Missouri often serves this popular side dish. Water chestnuts, bean sprouts and almonds add crunch, she says. If you'd like the mixture a little creamier, use only 4 teaspoons of flour.
Ingredients:
4 cups frozen french-style green beans
1 cup canned bean sprouts
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
dash cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup shredded swiss cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
1. Cook beans according to package directions. Add bean sprouts and water chestnuts; heat through. Drain well and set aside. In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt, pepper and cayenne until smooth. Gradually add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add Worcestershire sauce and bean mixture; toss to coat. Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Combine almonds and cheese; sprinkle over the top. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 5 minutes or until almonds are golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Yield: 6-8 servings.
By RecipeOfHealth.com