Description
Irresistible Sweet Potato Green Bean Bake is a creamy, cheesy dish that perfectly combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the crispness of fresh green beans. Ideal for holiday gatherings or casual dinners, this bake is sure to impress your guests. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, it’s a comfort food classic that’s easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 medium)
- 1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil salted water in a pot; blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced sweet potatoes, blanched green beans, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in half of the grated cheddar cheese; transfer to a greased baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 60mg