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Homemade Green Bean Casserole

Homemade Green Bean Casserole
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Elevate your gatherings with this Homemade Green Bean Casserole, a delightful twist on the classic dish that everyone will love. This recipe features fresh green beans enveloped in a creamy mushroom sauce made from scratch, eliminating the need for canned soups. Topped with crispy fried shallots and nutty parmesan, it offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for busy weeknights, holiday feasts, or any occasion where you want to impress with minimal effort. Once you try this comforting casserole, it’s sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 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 tablespoon Worcestershire
  • 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)

Instructions

  1. Prepare fried shallots by heating vegetable oil and frying sliced shallots until golden brown.
  2. Blanch trimmed green beans in boiling water for 3-5 minutes until bright green and crisp.
  3. In another pan, melt butter, sauté mushrooms and garlic, then add flour and gradually whisk in chicken broth to create a creamy sauce.
  4. Stir in lemon juice, Dijon mustard, seasoning, blanched green beans, and half the parmesan cheese.
  5. Transfer mixture to a baking dish, top with remaining parmesan and fried shallots, then bake at 350°F for 25 minutes until bubbly.

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