Deluxe Green Bean Casserole
Elevate your holiday table with this Deluxe Green Bean Casserole, a gourmet twist on the classic comfort food that’s bursting with fresh flavor and creamy goodness. Made with tender, blanched green beans, a luscious homemade mushroom sauce infused with garlic, smoked paprika, and soy sauce, and topped with crispy fried onions for that irresistible crunch, this dish strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and freshness. With optional Parmesan for a cheesy finish, this casserole is oven-baked to golden perfection, making it an elegant yet approachable side dish. Whether you're planning a festive feast or looking for a crowd-pleasing comfort food recipe, this upgraded green bean casserole is sure to become a favorite. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any gathering, it’s a must-try for casseroles done right!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 900 grams fresh green beans
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 480 milliliters whole milk
- 240 milliliters chicken or vegetable broth
- 200 grams cremini mushrooms (thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 200 grams store-bought crispy fried onions
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender but still crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to halt the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and become golden brown.
Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Slowly whisk in the milk and broth, ensuring there are no lumps.
Cook the sauce for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens. Stir in the soy sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasonings as needed.
Remove the skillet from heat and fold in the blanched green beans. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Top the casserole with the crispy fried onions and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, if using.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2722 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.5 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.0 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 223 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 5180 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.8 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.6 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.2 g | ||
| Protein | 78.4 g | 157% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 1570 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 4226 mg | 90% | |
*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.
