Green Bean Casserole
A creamy and crunchy Green Bean Casserole, perfect for family gatherings and festive meals, combining fresh green beans with savory mushrooms and crispy fried onions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed Fresh green beans work best for that crisp texture.
- 1 cup heavy cream Provides rich creaminess; can substitute half-and-half or plant-based cream.
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup crispy fried onions Reserve some for topping after baking.
- 1 tsp soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- to taste Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Make sure to preheat for at least 15 minutes.
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for about 3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until softened.
- Stir in the heavy cream, soy sauce, salt, and pepper, and bring to a simmer.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans and the cream mixture.
Baking
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with crispy fried onions.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and the top is golden.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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