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Homemade Green Bean Casserole

Homemade Green Bean Casserole
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Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Homemade Green Bean Casserole, a perfect dish for family gatherings or cozy weeknights. This delightful casserole features fresh green beans enveloped in a rich scratch-made mushroom sauce, topped with crispy shallots for an irresistible crunch. It’s not just a side; it’s a celebration of flavors that everyone at the dinner table will love! Easy to prepare and adaptable to suit your tastes, this recipe allows you to create a personal touch while keeping it classic. Enjoy this comforting dish any time of year—your loved ones will be asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 24 ounces fresh green beans
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • Crispy shallots (made from shallots and vegetable oil)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crispy shallots by frying sliced shallots in heated vegetable oil until golden brown and crispy.
  2. Blanch trimmed green beans in boiling salted water for three minutes until bright green but still crisp.
  3. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté mushrooms and garlic until tender. Add flour, then gradually whisk in chicken broth until thickened. Stir in lemon juice, Dijon mustard, thyme, nutmeg, salt, pepper, cream, and half the parmesan.
  4. Combine blanched green beans with the mushroom sauce in a baking dish. Top with remaining parmesan and crispy shallots.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

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