Best 9 Blue Cheese Pecan Green Beans Recipes

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Blue cheese pecan green beans are a delightful combination of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The sharpness of the blue cheese crumbles perfectly complements the sweetness of the pecans, while the green beans add a refreshing crunch. This dish is a great side for a special occasion dinner or a casual weeknight meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this recipe is easy to follow and sure to impress.

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BLUE CHEESE PECAN GREEN BEANS



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Make a delicious side dish with green beans and pecans - a tasty accompaniment to your dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
1/2 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons butter (do not use margarine)
3 oz blue cheese, crumbled (3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, place beans in 1 inch water. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 8 to 10 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender; drain. Place in serving bowl; cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, cook pecans over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until nuts begin to brown, then stirring constantly until nuts are golden brown and toasted. Place in small bowl; reserve.
  • In same 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Heat, stirring constantly about 6 minutes or until butter is golden brown. (Once the butter begins to brown, it browns very quickly and can bum, so use low heat and watch carefully.) Immediately remove from heat. Pour over beans; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and reserved pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

NUTTY GREENS WITH BACON AND BLUE CHEESE



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Kosher salt
1 pound haricots verts, trimmed
3 slices bacon
4 ounces blue cheese, cut into small chunks (recommended: Shropshire)
1 1/2 cups toasted whole pecans, coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the haricots verts and cook for about 2 minutes. Remove the beans from the water and immediately place in a bowl of ice water. Remove the haricots verts from the ice water and set aside in a medium bowl.
  • In a large saute pan, over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon and place on paper towels. Add the beans to the bacon drippings and cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the blue cheese and toss just until it starts to melt. Break the cooked bacon into bite-size pieces and add to pan. Finish by stirring in the toasted chopped pecans. Season with the freshly ground black pepper and just a tiny pinch of kosher salt. Serve immediately.

SAUTEED GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND BLUE CHEESE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 1 to 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 ounces green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha or other hot sauce
Fresh lemon juice, as needed
2 ounces crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the butter and oil. When hot, add the green beans in one layer. When the beans are just beginning to color, stir them around and add the Worcestershire, sriracha and lemon juice. Cook until the beans are crisp-tender, a few more minutes. Transfer them to a plate, crumble over the blue cheese and serve.

ITALIAN GREEN BEANS WITH BLUE CHEESE



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My family loves vegetables, and I am always looking for new ways to spice them up. This recipe is one of our favorites for green beans. I use blue cheese, but feta or mozzarella can be substituted.

Provided by judy2304

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ pounds fresh green beans, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Combine beans, olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, and salt in a microwave-safe dish.
  • Cover and cook in the microwave on high, stirring twice, until beans are tender, 7 to 9 minutes. Stir in blue cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 313.2 mg, Sugar 2 g

GREEN BEANS, TOASTED PECANS, AND BLUE CHEESE



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Make and share this Green Beans, Toasted Pecans, and Blue Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
2 teaspoons finely chopped shallots
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup pecans
3/4 lb green beans
1 1/2 ounces blue cheese, such as maytag

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together mustard, vinegar, shallot, and 1/2 tablespoon oil to make dressing.
  • In a small heavy skillet heat remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and saute pecans with salt to taste, stirring frequently, until a shade darker, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer nuts to paper towels to drain and cool.
  • Coarsely chop nuts.
  • Have ready a bowl of ice and cold water.
  • In a large saucepan of boiling salted water blanch beans until just tender, about 3 minutes, and drain in a colander.
  • Transfer beans to ice water, stirring until just cool.
  • Drain beans well and add to dressing.
  • Crumble blue cheese over beans and gently toss with half of nuts and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve beans at room temperature topped with remaining nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.2, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 16, Sodium 315.1, Carbohydrate 16.8, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 6.8, Protein 10.3

GREEN BEANS, TOASTED PECANS, AND BLUE CHEESE



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Categories     Side     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Blue Cheese     Pecan     Green Bean     Summer     Gourmet     Small Plates

Yield Serves 2 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
2 teaspoons finely chopped shallot
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup pecans
3/4 pound green beans
1 1/2 ounces blue cheese such as Maytag

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together mustard, vinegar, shallot, and 1/2 tablespoon oil to make dressing. In a small heavy skillet heat remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté pecans with salt to taste, stirring frequently, until a shade darker, about 1 minute. Transfer nuts to paper towels to drain and cool. Coarsely chop nuts.
  • Have ready a bowl of ice and cold water. In a large saucepan of boiling salted water blanch beans until just tender, about 3 minutes, and drain in a colander. Transfer beans to ice water, stirring until just cool. Drain beans well and add to dressing. Crumble blue cheese over beans and gently toss with half of nuts and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve beans at room temperature topped with remaining nuts.

GREEN BEANS WITH BLUE CHEESE



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I was a little hesitant when I first tried this recipe. My sons usually don't care for green beans, and I thought they wouldn't be fond of the blue cheese. To my pleasant surprise, they loved every bite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 teaspoons half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon crumbled blue cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Pinch sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place the first eight ingredients in a blender; cover and process until combined. Gradually add oil in a steady stream, processing until smooth; set aside. , Place the beans in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and place in a serving bowl. Drizzle with the blue cheese mixture and sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BLUE CHEESE GREEN BEANS



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Bacon, blue cheese and chopped nuts make this my mom's favorite way to enjoy green beans. I always prepare this side dish when she's coming for dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 bacon strips, diced
1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/3 cup chopped pecans
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , In the drippings, cook and stir the beans for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the blue cheese, pecans, pepper and bacon. Cook for 2 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

GREEN BEANS, TOASTED PECANS, AND BLUE CHEESE



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Make and share this Green Beans, Toasted Pecans, and Blue Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
2 teaspoons finely chopped shallots
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup pecans
3/4 lb green beans
1 1/2 ounces blue cheese, such as maytag

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together mustard, vinegar, shallot, and 1/2 tablespoon oil to make dressing.
  • In a small heavy skillet heat remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and saute pecans with salt to taste, stirring frequently, until a shade darker, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer nuts to paper towels to drain and cool.
  • Coarsely chop nuts.
  • Have ready a bowl of ice and cold water.
  • In a large saucepan of boiling salted water blanch beans until just tender, about 3 minutes, and drain in a colander.
  • Transfer beans to ice water, stirring until just cool.
  • Drain beans well and add to dressing.
  • Crumble blue cheese over beans and gently toss with half of nuts and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve beans at room temperature topped with remaining nuts.
  • Serves 2 as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.2, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 16, Sodium 315.1, Carbohydrate 16.8, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 6.8, Protein 10.3

Tips:

  • Use fresh green beans. Fresh green beans are more flavorful and have a better texture than frozen or canned green beans.
  • Trim the green beans before cooking. Trimming the ends of the green beans will help them cook evenly.
  • Blanch the green beans before cooking. Blanching the green beans will help them retain their color and crispness.
  • Use a variety of ingredients. The recipes in this article use a variety of ingredients, such as bacon, almonds, mushrooms, and onions. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients to create your own unique dish.
  • Don't overcook the green beans. Overcooked green beans are mushy and bland. Cook them just until they are tender-crisp.

Conclusion:

Green beans are a versatile vegetable that can be cooked in a variety of ways. The recipes in this article provide a few ideas for how to cook green beans, but there are many other possibilities. Experiment with different ingredients and cooking methods to find your favorite way to enjoy green beans.

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