Good Eats Green Bean Casserole Alton Brown 2007
Alton Brown's 2007 Good Eats Green Bean Casserole is a modern twist on the classic holiday favorite, showcasing fresh, wholesome ingredients and elevated flavors. Forget canned soup and pre-fried onions—this recipe combines tender blanched green beans, sautéed mushrooms, and onions with a creamy, homemade cheddar cheese sauce that's rich and velvety. Topped with seasoned bread crumbs for a satisfying crunch, this casserole is baked to golden perfection, making it a show-stopping side dish for Thanksgiving or any family dinner. With easy-to-follow steps and a balance of textures and flavors, this recipe ensures a fresh, gourmet spin on tradition that will leave your guests coming back for seconds. Perfect for serving 6, it's a must-try for lovers of classic comfort food with a refined touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 250 milliliters milk
- 250 milliliters chicken stock
- 120 grams grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 250 grams button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer them to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat and set aside.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to make a roux. Slowly whisk in the milk and chicken stock, continuing to stir until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese until smooth.
Combine the blanched green beans, sautéed onion and mushrooms, and cheese sauce in a large mixing bowl. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
Sprinkle the seasoned bread crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1707 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 91.1 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.0 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 233 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 3135 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.8 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.2 g | ||
| Protein | 80.5 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 1500 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2635 mg | 56% | |
*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.
