Ingredients and Weight:
- 400g green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 pound ground chicken or pork
- 1 can (about 198g) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large pot of boiling water, cook the green beans for 5 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil and add the ground chicken or pork. Cook until no longer raw.
- Add the cooked green beans to the skillet along with the cream of mushroom soup, almonds, and green onions. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish and bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Remove from the oven, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on provided ingredients)
- Calories: Approx. 300 per serving (Based on 8 servings)
- Fat: Approx. 15g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 20g
- Protein: Approx. 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich flavor due to the cream of mushroom soup.
- Combination of ground meat and green beans provides a hearty yet healthy dish.
- Oven baking gives the dish a slightly crispy and golden brown finish.
User Comments:
- "This dish was a hit with my family! The combination of flavors was perfect."
- "I loved the combination of green beans and cream of mushroom soup. It was very tasty."
- "Baking the dish added a nice crispy texture to the already creamy dish."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to cook the green beans properly to ensure they are not hard or crunchy.
- Adjust the seasoning according to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
- If desired, you can add a sprinkle of cheese on top before baking for a richer flavor and extra crunchiness.