Special Green Bean Casserole
Elevate your holiday table with this irresistible Special Green Bean Casserole—a gourmet twist on a classic comfort food. Featuring tender, blanched fresh green beans coated in a luxuriously creamy, homemade mushroom sauce, this dish is seasoned to perfection with a hint of nutmeg and melted cheddar cheese. Topped with a golden layer of crispy fried onions and lightly toasted bread crumbs, this casserole delivers a delightful medley of textures in every bite. Perfect as a side dish for Thanksgiving or any family gathering, this easy-to-follow recipe is sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite. With its balance of freshness and indulgence, this green bean casserole is the ultimate addition to your holiday feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 8 ounces, sliced button mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.75 cup bread crumbs
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and start to brown.
Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw taste of the flour.
Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while stirring continuously until smooth. Add the heavy cream and stir to combine.
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans and the creamy mushroom sauce. Mix until the green beans are fully coated.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs with olive oil to lightly coat them. Sprinkle the bread crumbs evenly over the casserole.
Top the casserole with crispy fried onions.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling along the edges.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.5 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.6 g | 493% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 423 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 5002 mg | 217% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1185 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1383 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.
