Green Bean Casserole
This classic green bean casserole is a creamy, comforting favorite featuring tender beans in a velvety mushroom sauce. Topped with crispy fried onions, it provides the perfect crunch that defines this beloved holiday staple.
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- Prep time: 34 minutes
- Cook time: 1 hours 7 minutes
- Total time: 1 hours 41 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Difficulty: Medium
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and blanched
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 ounces sliced cremini mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1.5 cups crispy fried onions
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
- Melt butter in a skillet and sauté the mushrooms until browned, then add the garlic.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute before whisking in the cream, broth, and soy sauce.
- Simmer the sauce until thickened, then fold in the blanched green beans.
- Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and top with half of the fried onions and parmesan.
- Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly.
- Add the remaining fried onions and bake for 5 more minutes until golden brown.
Tips
- Blanching the green beans first ensures they stay bright green and tender.
- Fresh mushrooms provide much better flavor than canned versions.
- Keep the final layer of fried onions separate until the very end to ensure maximum crispness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use canned green beans?
You can, but be sure to drain them thoroughly to avoid a watery casserole.
How can I make this vegetarian?
Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omit the soy sauce or use tamari.
Can I assemble this ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the base and store in the fridge, but add the fried onions just before baking.