Holiday Green Bean Casserole
Elevate your holiday table with this irresistible Holiday Green Bean Casserole, a fresh take on the classic side dish! Made with crisp-tender fresh green beans, a rich and creamy mushroom sauce infused with garlic, Parmesan, and a hint of nutmeg, it’s a dish that oozes comfort and sophistication. Topped with a golden layer of crispy fried onions, this crowd-pleasing recipe bakes to bubbling perfection in just 25 minutes. Perfect as a vibrant centerpiece for Thanksgiving or Christmas, this casserole is easy to prepare ahead and guarantees rave reviews from every guest. Make this holiday season extra special with a casserole that blends homemade decadence and nostalgic flavors seamlessly!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 8 ounces Cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups Crispy fried onions
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the olive oil and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the green beans for 4-5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped cremini mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened and golden brown.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth, ensuring no lumps form. Then, whisk in the heavy cream. Allow the mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes, until thickened.
Stir in the salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for 1 more minute, then remove the skillet from the heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans with the mushroom sauce. Toss until the beans are evenly coated.
Transfer the green bean mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the crispy fried onions evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the casserole is bubbling and the fried onions are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Holiday Green Bean Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.9 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.0 g | 490% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 404 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 4972 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 661 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2110 mg | 45% | |
*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.
