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Green Bean Casserole

Creamy Green Bean Casserole Made from Scratch Delight

This Homemade Green Bean Casserole features fresh ingredients, a creamy mushroom sauce, and crispy shallots, making it a delightful side dish for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Fresh Green Beans Opt for vibrant, crunchy beans.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Button mushrooms are a classic choice.
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Essential for sautéing.
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour Thickens the sauce.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Adds depth to the sauce.
  • 1 cup Milk or Cream For a creamy consistency.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Adds nutty flavor.
For the Crispy Topping
  • 1 cup Shallots Thinly sliced.
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Coats the shallots for frying.
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds savory kick.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Complements shallots.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Knife
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Green Beans: Blanch the fresh green beans in salted boiling water for 3-4 minutes. Transfer to ice water, drain and set aside.
  2. Make the Creamy Mushroom Sauce: In a skillet, melt butter, sauté shallots until translucent, add mushrooms, then mix in flour. Gradually add broth and milk, whisk to thicken.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Mix blanched green beans with the mushroom sauce and Parmesan. Add seasonings to taste.
  4. Prepare Fried Shallots: Toss shallots in flour, fry in heated oil until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Assemble the Casserole: Grease baking dish, pour in green bean mixture, and top with fried shallots and remaining Parmesan.
  6. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F, cover casserole with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil, bake for an additional 7-10 minutes until golden.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Blanching ensures the green beans stay bright and crisp. You can prepare this dish ahead of time and bake just before serving.

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