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Homemade Green Bean Casserole

Homemade Green Bean Casserole

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Homemade Green Bean Casserole is a comforting side dish that elevates any meal with its creamy mushroom sauce and crispy shallot topping. This delightful recipe combines tender green beans with a rich blend of flavors, making it perfect for family gatherings or festive occasions. Best of all, it’s made from scratch without any canned ingredients, allowing you to showcase fresh produce in a delicious way. Whether you’re cooking for Thanksgiving or a cozy weeknight dinner, this casserole is sure to impress everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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  • 24 ounces fresh green beans
  • 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 medium shallots
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • Dijon mustard
  • Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crispy shallots by frying sliced shallots in vegetable oil until golden brown and crispy.
  2. Blanch fresh green beans in salted boiling water for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp.
  3. In a separate pan, melt butter and sauté mushrooms until golden brown, then add garlic and cook briefly. Stir in flour and gradually whisk in chicken broth to create a thick sauce.
  4. Mix in lemon juice, Dijon mustard, thyme, red pepper flakes (optional), nutmeg, cream, and half of the parmesan cheese.
  5. Combine blanched green beans with the mushroom sauce in a baking dish. Top with crispy shallots and remaining parmesan cheese before baking at 350°F for about 25 minutes until bubbly.

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