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Homemade Green Bean Casserole

Homemade Green Bean Casserole
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If you’re searching for a dish that warms the heart and brings people together, look no further than this Homemade Green Bean Casserole. This delightful casserole features fresh green beans enveloped in a creamy mushroom sauce made from scratch, elevating it far beyond the typical offerings. Topped with crispy fried shallots, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of texture and flavor—making it an ideal centerpiece for everything from family dinners to festive gatherings. With its easy preparation and comforting taste, this Homemade Green Bean Casserole promises to be a hit at your table!

Ingredients

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  • 24 ounces fresh green beans
  • 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms
  • 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying shallots)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon garlic (minced or paste)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • Creole Cajun Seasoning (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare crispy shallots by frying sliced shallots in vegetable oil until golden brown.
  2. Blanch trimmed green beans in boiling salted water for about 5 minutes; drain and set aside.
  3. Sauté mushrooms in melted butter until browned; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in flour, then gradually add chicken broth while stirring until smooth. Mix in lemon juice, mustard, thyme, salt, pepper, and cream.
  5. Fold blanched green beans into the mushroom sauce; transfer to a baking dish.
  6. Top with fried shallots and parmesan cheese; bake at 350°F for approximately 25 minutes until bubbly.

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