Three-Cheese Green Bean Casserole

Eat beans for health. Why this recipe is good for you: Risk of colon cancer decreases when you eat lots of green vegetables, many studies have shown.

• Calories: 151 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup toasted slivered almonds
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 pound frozen green beans, French-cut (or cooked fresh green beans)
• ½ cup fat-free cottage cheese
• ½ cup chevre (soft goat cheese) with garlic and herbs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cook frozen beans per package directions; drain.

Step 2

In a blender, mix cottage cheese and chevre. Combine beans, cheese mixture and almonds; turn into a 2-quart casserole. Top with Parmesan and pepper.

Step 3

Bake 20 minutes, then brown under broiler 3 minutes.