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Homemade Green Bean Casserole

Homemade Green Bean Casserole
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Discover the comforting allure of Homemade Green Bean Casserole, a delightful twist on a classic dish that brings warmth to any table. This scrumptious casserole features crisp green beans enveloped in a creamy mushroom sauce made from scratch, ensuring every bite is flavorful and fresh. Topped with crispy fried shallots, it’s a perfect side for holidays or casual dinners alike. Simple enough for weeknight meals yet impressive enough for gatherings, this recipe is bound to become a favorite. Elevate your dining experience with this easy-to-make, homemade delight that showcases the goodness of wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 24 ounces fresh green beans (ends trimmed)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic (minced or paste)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (smooth or whole grain)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (or half and half)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan (divided)
  • 4 medium shallots (halved lengthwise & then sliced thinly into half moons)
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • Creole Cajun Seasoning – homemade or store-bought (or seasoned salt), to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the fried shallots: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and fry sliced shallots until golden brown, seasoning as desired. Drain on paper towels.
  2. Blanch the green beans: Boil trimmed green beans until tender-crisp, then shock in cold water.
  3. Make the mushroom sauce: In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms and garlic in butter, stir in flour, then gradually whisk in chicken broth. Add lemon juice, Dijon mustard, thyme, red pepper flakes, nutmeg, salt, and pepper before mixing in heavy cream and half of the parmesan.
  4. Assemble the casserole: Combine blanched green beans with mushroom sauce and transfer to a baking dish; top with remaining parmesan and fried shallots.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes until bubbly.

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