Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Homemade Green Bean Casserole, an irresistible side dish that brings joy to any meal. This delightful casserole features fresh green beans enveloped in a creamy homemade mushroom sauce, enhanced with a touch of lemon and Dijon mustard for a zesty kick. Topped with crispy fried shallots, this dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and texture. Perfect for family gatherings or holiday feasts, it’s easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Say goodbye to canned soups—this recipe uses wholesome ingredients to create a truly comforting experience that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 ounces fresh green beans
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon garlic
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream (or plant-based alternative)
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the shallots: Fry thinly sliced shallots in vegetable oil until golden brown and crispy.
- Cook the green beans: Blanch trimmed green beans in boiling salted water for 3-5 minutes until bright green.
- Make the creamy mushroom sauce: Sauté mushrooms in melted butter, add garlic, then stir in flour; gradually whisk in chicken broth, followed by lemon juice, mustard, thyme, salt, pepper, and cream. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine: Mix blanched green beans with the sauce and half of the parmesan cheese in a baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and fried shallots.
- Bake: Cook at 350°F for about 25 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg