Crunchy Green Bean Casserole
Elevate your holiday table or weeknight dinner with this irresistible Crunchy Green Bean Casserole, a modern twist on a beloved classic. Featuring tender-crisp fresh green beans enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic and Parmesan sauce, this dish is crowned with a golden layer of crispy fried onions for the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like real heavy cream, sautéed onions, and a touch of chicken or vegetable broth, every bite is comfort food at its finest. With a quick 15-minute prep time and a bubbling oven-finish in just 30 minutes, this casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd or adding a touch of elegance to your meal. Whether you're planning Thanksgiving or looking for a savory side dish, this crunchy green bean casserole will quickly become your favorite go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 240 milliliters chicken or vegetable broth
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 150 grams crispy fried onions
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and ground black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss them to coat evenly in the sauce. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the crispy fried onions evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Crunchy Green Bean Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.3 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.4 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 242 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 5614 mg | 244% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.4 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.1 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 875 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1187 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
