Serves: 1

INGREDIENTS:

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Heat oven to 400°F.
2. Cook green beans around 5 minutes.
3. Prepare beef meatballs as in the recipe above.
4. Combine soup, flour, salt, and pepper in a saucepan, stirring with a whisk until smooth.
5. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
6. Remove from heat. Add yogurt dressing, beaten egg, and then half of the cheese, stirring until well combined.
7. Add the sauce to the green beans mixture and stir gently until combined.
8. Put the mixture in a small casserole dish oiled with some coconut oil.
9. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
10. Bake at 400°F for 50 minutes or until the mixture bubbles at the edges and the cheese begins to brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
12. Serve with a large Fiber Loaded Salad with Italian Dressing.

ALLERGIES:

SF (Shellfish-Free)

GF (Gluten-Free)

Here are some variations of the Green Beans and Beef Meatballs Casserole recipe:

1. Vegetarian Option:

• Replace the beef meatballs with plant-based meatballs or use a mixture of lentils, mushrooms, and nuts to make vegan meatballs.
• Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian-friendly version.

2. Mediterranean Twist:

• Instead of yogurt dressing, use Greek yogurt mixed with minced garlic, lemon juice, and a dash of olive oil for a Mediterranean-inspired flavor.
• Add some chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese to the green beans and meatball mixture for a burst of Mediterranean flavors.

3. Mexican Style:

• Season the beef meatballs with Mexican spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika for a spicier twist.
• Swap the cheddar cheese with shredded Mexican cheese blend and top the casserole with sliced jalapenos for added heat.

4. Asian Fusion:

• Season the beef meatballs with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for an Asian-inspired flavor.
• Use a mixture of green beans and snap peas for a crunchy texture, and garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds before baking.

5. Italian Delight:

• Make Italian-style meatballs by adding basil, oregano, and grated Parmesan cheese to the beef mixture.
• Replace the cheddar cheese with shredded mozzarella and top the casserole with tomato sauce before baking.

6. Cheesy Spinach Variation:

• Add some chopped spinach to the green bean and meatball mixture for an extra boost of nutrients.
• Use a creamy Alfredo sauce or a combination of ricotta and Parmesan cheese as a sauce instead of yogurt dressing.

7. Buffalo Chicken Twist:

• Use ground chicken instead of beef and season it with buffalo sauce for a spicy kick.
• Add some diced celery and blue cheese crumbles to the green bean mixture for a Buffalo chicken-inspired casserole.

8.Vegetarian Option: Replace the beef meatballs with plant-based meatballs or use meat substitutes like tempeh or tofu cubes for a delicious vegetarian version of the casserole.

9.Mediterranean Twist: Use lamb meatballs instead of beef and add Mediterranean herbs like oregano, thyme, and rosemary. Incorporate olives and feta cheese into the casserole for a Mediterranean flair.