Green Bean Potato Casserole
Bring comfort food to the next level with this Green Bean Potato Casserole, a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. Featuring tender green beans and creamy russet potatoes, this casserole is smothered in a rich, homemade cheddar cheese and sour cream sauce, then topped with crispy fried onions for a crunchy finish. The recipe combines wholesome ingredients like a buttery roux, flavorful seasonings, and golden-baked cheese for a dish that’s as indulgent as it is simple to prepare. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a total bake that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas, this casserole is sure to become a household favorite. Perfect as a comforting side or a standalone vegetarian dinner, it’s a must-try for fans of cheesy casseroles and savory classics!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 450 grams russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 300 ml milk
- 200 grams shredded cheddar cheese
- 120 ml sour cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a little olive oil or butter.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the diced potatoes and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until just tender. Remove the potatoes with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the same pot of boiling water, add the green beans and blanch them for 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 150 grams of shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
In the prepared baking dish, layer the green beans and potatoes evenly. Pour the cheese sauce over the top and gently toss to coat.
Sprinkle the remaining 50 grams of shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole, followed by the crispy fried onions.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Green Bean Potato Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.3 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.6 g | 463% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 401 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 4454 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.1 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.3 g | ||
| Protein | 84.6 g | 169% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 2220 mg | 171% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3345 mg | 71% | |
*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.
