Scalloped Creole Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with Scalloped Creole Green Beans, a rich and flavorful twist on a classic casserole. This recipe pairs tender, blanched green beans with a velvety cheese sauce infused with bold Creole seasoning, garlic, and onion powders for a subtle kick of southern flair. Topped with a golden crust of panko breadcrumbs, paprika, and sharp cheddar, this dish delivers a satisfying crunch with every bite. Perfectly creamy and indulgent, it’s easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal addition to holiday feasts or weeknight dinners. Serve this crowd-pleasing casserole alongside roasted proteins or as a star-studded vegetarian main for a taste of comfort with a Creole twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish and set it aside.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 4-5 minutes, until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain, rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process, and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a roux.
Gradually pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook the mixture for 3-4 minutes until it thickens.
Stir in the Creole seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low.
Add the Parmesan cheese and 3/4 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese to the sauce. Stir until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth.
Place the blanched green beans into the prepared baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce over the green beans, spreading it evenly with a spatula to coat all the beans.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, paprika, and the remaining 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake the green beans in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Scalloped Creole Green Beans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1665 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 121.6 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.7 g | 374% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 3484 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.6 g | ||
| Protein | 67.1 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1742 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1377 mg | 29% | |
*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.
