Green Bean Casserole
6 - 8 servings Tired of the same old green bean casserole with the gloppy canned soup? This recipe elevates the classic dish with fresh ingredients and a homemade sauce that's bursting with flavor. We're ditching the can and creating a creamy, savory sauce from scratch with fresh mushrooms, garlic, and a touch of... Read more ... cream. It's easier than you think, and the result is a green bean casserole that's both comforting and impressive. Get ready to wow your family and friends with this updated take on a holiday favorite! Read less x saved Sarah Cool Cook November 5, 2024 50 min.50 min.1/5 50 min. 50 min. 1/5 Ingredients: 1 LB of green beans - fresh (or defrosted frozen)2 TBSP of cooking oil (any kind) (adjust if needed)8 OZ of cremini mushrooms (brown botton mushrooms) - sliced (or other kind)1 onion - peeled and chopped2 cloves of garlic - peeled and minced½ stick of butter (¼ cup)¼ cup of all-purpose flour2 cups of milk½ cup of heavy cream½ TSP of ground black pepper½ TSP of salt (adjust if needed)1 cup of French fried onions 1 LB of green beans - fresh (or defrosted frozen) 2 TBSP of cooking oil (any kind) (adjust if needed) 8 OZ of cremini mushrooms (brown botton mushrooms) - sliced (or other kind) 1 onion - peeled and chopped 2 cloves of garlic - peeled and minced ½ stick of butter (¼ cup) ¼ cup of all-purpose flour 2 cups of milk ½ cup of heavy cream ½ TSP of ground black pepper ½ TSP of salt (adjust if needed) 1 cup of French fried onions Tools: 1x Measuring Cups1x Measuring Spoons1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Large Pot (8 QT or more)1x Colander1x Large Mixing Bowl (8 QT +) (with ice)1x Fry Pan1x Wooden Spoon or High-Temperature Silicone Spatula1x Medium Mixing Bowl (3 – 4 QT)1x Baking Dish (Baking Pan), Lasagna Pan or Oval au Gratin (prefferably 9 x 13 inch ) 1x Measuring Cups 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Large Pot (8 QT or more) 1x Colander 1x Large Mixing Bowl (8 QT +) (with ice) 1x Fry Pan 1x Wooden Spoon or High-Temperature Silicone Spatula 1x Medium Mixing Bowl (3 – 4 QT) 1x Baking Dish (Baking Pan), Lasagna Pan or Oval au Gratin (prefferably 9 x 13 inch ) Directions: 1. Preheat Oven and Prep Green Beans: Start preparing the Green Bean Casserole by preheating the oven and preparing the green beans. Preheat oven to 350° F (175° C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes, until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cool, drain again and set aside. Preheat oven to 350° F (175° C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes, until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cool, drain again and set aside. 2. Sauté Vegetables: Heat oil in a large fry panover medium heat. Add mushrooms and onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Heat oil in a large fry panover medium heat. Add mushrooms and onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. 3. Make the Sauce: Melt butter in the skillet. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper. Melt butter in the skillet. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper. 4. Combine and Bake: In a 9×13 inch baking dish, combine the green beans, mushroom mixture, and half of the French fried onions. Pour the sauce over the top and stir gently to coat. Sprinkle with the remaining French fried onions. In a 9×13 inch baking dish, combine the green beans, mushroom mixture, and half of the French fried onions. Pour the sauce over the top and stir gently to coat. Sprinkle with the remaining French fried onions. 5. Bake Green Bean Casserole: Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. 6. Serve Green Bean Casserole: Serve hot. About the Author: SarahCool Cook # 9 26 Followers Published Recipes: 11Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: California, USAMember since: 2024-09-15 Published Recipes: 11 Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: California, USA Member since: 2024-09-15 Disclaimer All content and information (including recipes, articles, and other materials) on CookingHub.com are the opinions of the authors and are not intended to provide dietary, medical, legal, or political advice. Consult with a professional before deciding to follow these opinions. Authors and www.CookingHub.com (operated by CookingHub Foundation) are not responsible for any part of any possible outcome or its consequences, which include (but are not limited to): Any health risk related to the handling of food, food quality, and/or not following USDA recommendations (including minimum safe serving temperatures and other guidelines). 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