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Homemade Green Bean Casserole

Heavenly Homemade Green Bean Casserole That Everyone Loves

This Homemade Green Bean Casserole is a wholesome twist on the classic, featuring fresh ingredients and a creamy mushroom sauce.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Fresh Green Beans blanched
  • 8 ounces Cremini or Button Mushrooms diced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 2 medium Shallots sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced, optional
  • 1 cup Chicken or Vegetable Broth low-sodium if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 medium Additional Shallots if desired for extra crunch

Equipment

  • pot
  • skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and trim the fresh green beans. Blanch them in salted boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath. Drain and set aside.
  2. Slice the shallots thinly and fry in oil over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté diced mushrooms and minced garlic for 5-7 minutes. Sprinkle with flour, whisk in broth gradually, followed by heavy cream, and cook until thickened, about 5-8 minutes. Stir in Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine blanched green beans with the creamy mushroom sauce in a mixing bowl, ensuring beans are well coated.
  5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, top with fried shallots, and bake for 20-30 minutes until bubbly.
  6. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Blanching the green beans helps retain their crisp texture. Keep an eye on the shallots while frying to avoid burning. You can prepare the casserole ahead of time without baking and refrigerate it for up to two days.

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