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Homemade Green Bean Casserole

Creamy Homemade Green Bean Casserole for Cozy Gatherings

This Homemade Green Bean Casserole celebrates fresh ingredients and classic flavors, providing a comforting dish that enhances any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Fresh Green Beans Blanched
  • 2 cups Cream of Mushroom Sauce Made from scratch
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 1 cup Shallots Fried
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil For frying
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Or vegan butter
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Homemade recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • to taste Seasonings (salt, pepper, thyme)
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Fried Shallots For topping
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, for topping

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Green Beans: Rinse and trim the green beans, then blanch them in boiling water for 3-4 minutes. Transfer to ice water to cool.
  2. Make Fried Shallots: Slice shallots and fry in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Prepare Mushroom Sauce: Sauté minced garlic in butter, then stir in flour to make a roux. Gradually add vegetable broth until thick and creamy.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix blanched green beans, mushroom sauce, and half of the fried shallots. Coat evenly.
  5. Top and Bake: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, top with remaining fried shallots and parmesan cheese, and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 7-10 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Consider adding proteins or other vegetables to customize the casserole. You can prepare this dish a day in advance for convenience.

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