Parmesan Roasted Green Beans

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Roast first, then add the cheese and broil — this keeps the Parmesan and mozzarella from burning
Watch closely under the broiler; the cheese goes from golden to burnt fast
Serves 4 as a side

1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella

Preheat oven to 425°F.
On a large sheet pan, toss 1 lb fresh green beans with 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
Bake, tossing after 7 minutes, until the beans are crisp-tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
Toss the green beans again, then sprinkle with 2 cloves garlic and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
Top with 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan and 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella.
Heat the broiler. Broil the beans, watching closely, until the cheese is melted and golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
Season with more pepper and serve.