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Homemade Green Bean Casserole

Homemade Green Bean Casserole
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If you’re in search of a comforting and delicious side dish, this Homemade Green Bean Casserole is the perfect choice! With its rich, creamy mushroom sauce made from scratch and topped with crispy shallots, this dish elevates the classic casserole to new heights. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this casserole will be the star of your table. The combination of fresh green beans and savory flavors makes it a family favorite that’s easy to prepare ahead of time.

Ingredients

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  • 24 ounces fresh green beans
  • 4 medium shallots
  • 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon garlic
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, fry sliced shallots until golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
  2. Blanch trimmed green beans in salted boiling water for 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
  3. In another pan, melt butter and sauté mushrooms and garlic until soft. Stir in flour to create a roux.
  4. Slowly whisk in chicken broth, then add lemon juice, Dijon mustard, herbs, salt, pepper, cream, and half the parmesan cheese.
  5. Combine cooked green beans with the mushroom sauce in a baking dish. Top with remaining parmesan and crispy shallots.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25 minutes until bubbly.

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