Description
This homemade Green Bean Casserole is a classic comfort food dish that’s perfect for any holiday gathering or special occasion. Made with fresh ingredients and a creamy homemade mushroom sauce, it’s a delicious and satisfying side dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Homemade Cream of Mushroom:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups finely diced baby Bella mushrooms
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
Green Bean Mixture:
- 24 ounces frozen green beans
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups crispy fried onions, divided
Instructions
Make Cream of Mushroom:
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced mushrooms and cook for 5-6 minutes, until the liquid is mostly reduced.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir to combine.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth until smooth.
- Whisk in the milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and parsley flakes. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, whisking constantly.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 4-6 minutes, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and let cool for 5-10 minutes.
Assemble Casserole:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the homemade cream of mushroom soup, green beans, shredded cheddar cheese, ½ cup milk, and half of the crispy fried onions.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until bubbly.
Finish and Serve:
- Remove the casserole from the oven and top with the remaining crispy fried onions.
- Bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- You can use fresh green beans instead of frozen, but blanch them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes before adding them to the casserole.
- For a richer flavor, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of whole milk.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as diced carrots or sliced mushrooms.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
