Tomato-Green Bean Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. fresh green beans, snapped
2 Tbsp. shortening
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 Tbsp. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 c. milk
2 c. grated sharp cheese
2 ripe tomatoes, sliced

Preparation

Cook the beans in boiling, salted water until tender.
Drain and place in a greased 1 1/2-quart casserole.
Melt shortening in a saucepan.
Add onions and saut until golden.
Stir in flour, salt and pepper.
Add milk gradually and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.
Add cheese and stir until melted.
Pour 3/4 of the mixture over beans and cover with tomato slices.
Add remaining sauce.
Bake at 350\u00b0 until bubbly and golden brown.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.