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Freshly baked classic green bean casserole from scratch topped with crispy fried onions.

Classic Green Bean Casserole from Scratch

A homemade version of the classic green bean casserole, made with fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed and halved
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup french fried onions

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Cook until thickened, about 3 minutes.
  5. Stir in the green beans, salt, and pepper. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes. Sprinkle the french fried onions on top and bake for another 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For a crispier topping, broil for 1-2 minutes after baking.

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