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Green Bean Casserole

Creamy Green Bean Casserole That Everyone Will Love

This Green Bean Casserole features fresh green beans in a creamy sauce, topped with crispy fried onions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound fresh green beans substitute frozen green beans by thawing and patting them dry
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter use margarine for a dairy-free option
  • 1 medium yellow onion can replace with shallots for a milder flavor
  • 8 ounces white mushrooms cremini mushrooms are a flavorful alternative
  • 2 cloves garlic fresh garlic is recommended
  • 0.25 cups all-purpose flour for gluten-free, swap in gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth opt for low-sodium varieties
  • 1 cup heavy cream use coconut milk or almond milk for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust according to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup crispy fried onions add half before baking and the rest before serving

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Blanch the fresh green beans in a large pot of salted boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large skillet, melt unsalted butter and sauté chopped yellow onion until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add sliced white mushrooms and minced garlic, cooking for 5-7 minutes until mushrooms soften.
  4. Sprinkle in all-purpose flour and stir for 1 minute to form a roux.
  5. Gradually whisk in chicken or vegetable broth and heavy cream, stirring until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Season the sauce with kosher salt and black pepper, then mix with the blanched green beans.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, sprinkle half of the crispy fried onions on top, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
  8. Add the remaining crispy fried onions on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until golden.
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure green beans are dry after blanching, and consider adding a splash of sherry or white wine for extra flavor.

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