Cheesy Garlic Green Beans

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Optional: lemon wedges for serving

Preheat Oven:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Blanch the Green Beans:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes until tender.

Drain and transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water. Drain and pat dry.

Prepare the Garlic Butter:

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Combine the Ingredients:

Add the blanched green beans to the skillet, tossing them in the garlic butter. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Transfer the green beans to a baking dish.

Add the Cheese:

Sprinkle the shredded Parmesan and mozzarella cheese evenly over the green beans.

Bake:

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serve:

Serve the cheesy garlic green beans hot, with lemon wedges on the side if desired. Enjoy!