Ingredients Original recipe yields 4 servings Ingredient Checklist 2 (14.5 ounce) cans green beans (such as Del MonteĀ®) 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons cream cheese salt and cracked black pepper to taste Directions Instructions Checklist Step 1 Drain most of the water from the green beans and add the beans to a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Step 2 Add butter and cream cheese to the saucepan with the green beans. Stir until melted and well incorporated, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.