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Hello, foodies…

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And now back to your regularly scheduled programming. Ha. Remember that? Do you remember sayings like that? Times have changed so much…it’s fun to just remember the “old” days sometimes and feel nostalgic. It’s also comforting to make the recipes we grew up with…like green bean casserole. That’s a classic that graces virtually every holiday table at Christmas and/or Thanksgiving. And since we’re making Classics with a Twist all throughout October we wanted to make a version of this recipe that’s tasty, but just a little lighter.

Skinny Green Bean Casserole

Serves 10–12

Ingredients:

3 Tbsp olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, peeled and chopped

6 garlic cloves, peeled and minced

1 tsp ground black pepper

1-1/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp dried thyme

2 lbs frozen cut green beans, thawed and drained

2 cans (10.5 oz) low-fat, low sodium, condensed cream of mushroom soup

1 cup low-fat milk (1%)

2 cups cooked wild rice

1/2 cup crushed fried onions

Preparation:

Place the oven rack in the middle level and preheat to 350°F. Lightly grease a 3-quart casserole. Set aside.

Heat the oil over medium heat in a 5-quart stockpot. Add the onions and garlic and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until the onions are translucent.

Add the black pepper, salt, thyme, and green beans. Stir and cook for 4 more minutes. Reduce the heat to medium low, pour in the condensed soup and milk, and stir until well combined. Add the cooked rice and stir until fully incorporated.

Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the mixture is hot and bubbling. Sprinkle the fried onions on top and bake for another 10 minutes.

This recipe is prepared with the Temp-tations® Old World 24-Piece Complete Oven-to-Table Set (K38331).

Go to David's Recipe Item Page for the full list of items that David has used in his recipes.

What do you think, foodies? I couldn’t believe how flavorful this dish is even though it’s not loaded with cheese, butter, potato chips, or any heavy ingredient. If you’re watching your diet, this dish can help you stay on track this holiday season. Lucky for you, everyone else at your dinner table will love it just as much.

For your blog question today foodies, tell me about a favorite dish that you’ve lightened up. Do you make a lasagna with low-fat cheeses? Maybe chocolate chip cookies with applesauce? Mashed cauliflower instead of mashed potatoes?

I’ll see you for In the Kitchen with David on Sunday at Noon ET.

Keep it flavorful!

—David