Holiday Green Beans Almondine Casserole
Elevate your holiday side dish game with this rich and creamy Holiday Green Beans Almondine Casserole, a delightful twist on the classic green bean casserole. Featuring tender blanched fresh green beans tossed in a luscious parmesan cream sauce, this dish is topped with golden panko breadcrumbs and toasted almonds for an irresistible crunch. The garlic-infused roux and the balance of whole milk and heavy cream create a silky base, while the toasted almonds add nutty depth to each bite. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive gathering, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser that combines elegance and comfort. Ready in under an hour, it’s a simple yet show-stopping addition to your holiday table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cups parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.75 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with butter or nonstick spray.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the trimmed green beans and blanch them for 4 minutes. Drain and transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast them for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Using the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the melted butter and garlic, whisking constantly to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, continuing to stir to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
Stir in the parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper, whisking until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Remove from heat.
Add the blanched green beans and half of the toasted almonds to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
Transfer the green bean mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, and the remaining toasted almonds. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your holiday green beans almondine casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 231.2 g | 296% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.3 g | 446% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 383 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 4655 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.9 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.7 g | 138% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.5 g | ||
| Protein | 106.0 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 2461 mg | 189% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 3211 mg | 68% | |
*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.
