Description
Old-fashioned Green Bean Casserole is a classic comfort dish combining fresh green beans with a creamy sauce and crunchy fried onions. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday meals, or cozy dinners, this simple yet delicious recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain and set them aside.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and mushrooms, cooking until soft.
- Stir in flour, then gradually whisk in broth and cream.
- Cook until thickened, then stir in soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the green beans with the sauce and transfer to a baking dish.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then top with fried onions and bake an additional 10 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcook the green beans during blanching. You want them to stay crisp-tender.
- If you like a little more flavor, don’t hesitate to add some spices like paprika or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mix.
- For a fun twist, sprinkle some grated cheese on top before adding the fried onions for extra cheesy goodness!
- You can customize this casserole by adding cooked bacon for a smoky flavor or different types of vegetables like corn or bell peppers for added color and taste.
- Frozen green beans can be substituted for fresh in a pinch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: green bean casserole, old fashioned green bean casserole, holiday side dish, creamy green beans, comfort food, thanksgiving side