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Green Bean Casserole Recipe

American · Side dish · 45 min total

A classic American comfort dish featuring tender green beans in a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with crispy fried onions. This homemade version uses fresh ingredients for a richer flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 1/2 cups crispy fried onions (e.g., French's), divided

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Blanch green beans in boiling salted water for 3 minutes, then transfer to ice water. Drain well.
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms and onion; cook until mushrooms release their liquid and start to brown, about 6-8 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
3. Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture and stir constantly for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and cream. Cook, stirring, until sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
4. Remove from heat. Stir in green beans and 1 cup of crispy fried onions. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish.
5. Top with remaining 1/2 cup crispy fried onions. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

• For a make-ahead option, assemble the casserole without the top onions, refrigerate, and add onions just before baking.
• Substitute frozen green beans (thawed and drained) if fresh are unavailable.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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