Description
Homemade Green Bean Casserole Delight is a fantastic dish that combines great flavors and textures for a memorable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium shallots, halved lengthwise & then sliced thinly into half moons
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- Creole Cajun Seasoning– homemade or store-bought, 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
- Use a fish spatula to remove the crisp shallots and place onto a paper towel-lined plate to blot excess oil. Season crispy shallots with Creole Cajun seasoning to taste. Set aside until green bean casserole is ready to assemble.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add in the green beans and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and place green beans into a bowl filled with cold water and ice. Once cool, drain the green beans and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the butter. Once melted, add the mushrooms and garlic. Sauté until the mushrooms are tender and lightly golden, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the flour and stir until well combined. Slowly pour in the chicken broth and stir well, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in the lemon juice, dijon mustard, worcestershire, thyme, red pepper flakes, ground nutmeg, and salt/pepper to taste. Bring this mixture to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the cream along with half of the parmesan, stirring until well incorporated, about 1-2 minutes.
- Place the blanched green beans into an oven-safe casserole dish and pour the creamy mushroom sauce on top. Toss until well coated. Evenly sprinkle the remaining parmesan over the mixture.
- Transfer the dish into the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and toss the mixture once more. Evenly sprinkle the fried shallots over the green beans. Bake for another 7-10 minutes, careful not to burn.
- Serve this green bean casserole immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Green Bean Casserole, Homemade, Side Dish