Cheesy Green Bean Microwave Side-Dish
This simple microwave dish delivers tender green beans coated in a smooth, cheesy sauce. Using frozen beans and cubed Velveeta makes preparation incredibly fast, while diced pimientos or roasted red pepper add a sweet, colourful note. The method is straightforward, requiring just a couple of short cooking bursts in the microwave. It's a convenient and comforting side perfect for a busy weeknight, yielding enough for several servings from one bowl.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package frozen green beans
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 (4 ounce) jar pimientos, diced or 1 roasted red pepper, from a jar, diced
Method
- Place the frozen green beans into a microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons of water, cover the bowl with a paper towel, and cook for the duration specified on the bean package.
- Introduce the cubed Velveeta cheese and the diced pimientos to the bowl with the cooked beans.
- Return the bowl to the microwave and heat for 1 or 2 minutes, until the cheese has fully melted into a sauce.
- Give the mixture a thorough stir to combine everything evenly, then it is ready to be served.
Nutrition (per serving)
Sodium426800 mg
Recipe details
CategoryCheese
AuthorChef Porkpie
