Jazzy Green Bean Casserole
Elevate your holiday table with this "Jazzy Green Bean Casserole," a bold, flavorful twist on the classic comfort food. Made with fresh green beans, a rich homemade mushroom and cheddar cheese sauce, and a crispy fried onion topping, this casserole is the perfect combination of creamy, savory, and crunchy. The addition of baby bella mushrooms and minced garlic infuses the dish with a gourmet touch, while paprika adds a subtle hint of warmth. Blanching the green beans ensures they stay tender-crisp, and the from-scratch sauce beats any canned alternative. Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to six, this crowd-pleaser is the ultimate side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and transfer immediately 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 mushrooms and cook for 5-6 minutes until they're softened and have released their moisture.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and garlic. Stir to coat and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Follow with the heavy cream, whisking until smooth. Let the mixture simmer for 5-6 minutes until thickened.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
Combine the blanched green beans with the mushroom sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
Transfer the green bean mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the crispy fried onions evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the onions are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Jazzy Green Bean Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.9 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 818 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 389 mg | 8% | |
*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.
