GARLIC GREEN BEANS WITH GORGONZOLA

Garlic Green Beans with Gorgonzola image

I updated this green bean holiday side dish by adding a touch of white wine, fresh thyme and green onions. It's delicious, easy to make and my family loves it! -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
4 green onions, chopped
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, divided
1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
4 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Steps:

Place green beans, water chestnuts, green onions and 1/4 cup cooked bacon in a 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix wine, thyme, garlic and seasoned salt; pour over top. Cook, covered, on low until beans are crisp-tender, 3-4 hours. Drain liquid from beans., Just before serving, stir in sour cream; sprinkle with cheese and remaining bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.