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Green beans, savory mushrooms, and a creamy homemade sauce come together in this Fresh Green Bean Casserole made from (almost) scratch. It’s the perfect fresh and flavorful upgrade to the beloved holiday side dish!
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Ingredients
- Fresh green beans: The star of the dish, they provide crunch and freshness.
- Olive oil: Adds a subtle depth to the sautéed onions and mushrooms while keeping the vegetables from sticking.
- Onion: Softens and sweetens as it cooks, giving the casserole a solid flavor base.
- Mushrooms: Bring an earthy, meaty texture that complements the creaminess of the sauce.
- Italian seasoning: A simple blend that adds herby notes without overpowering the other flavors.
- Butter: Essential for building the roux and giving the sauce a rich flavor and texture.
- Flour: Thickens the sauce so it clings to the beans and mushrooms.
- Chicken broth: Adds savory depth and keeps the sauce from being too heavy.
- Heavy cream: Makes the sauce creamy and luxurious, without being overly thick.
- Parmesan: Provides sharp, nutty flavor that boosts the overall taste of the casserole.
- Worcestershire sauce: Adds umami and subtle tang, rounding out the creaminess.
- Kosher salt + Pepper: for flavor, season to taste.
- French fried onions: you need this ingredient, you simply can't have a classic green bean casserole without them!
Steps to make it
This recipe is a breeze to make! Follow along with the video and the recipe for details instructions!
Trader Joe's Friendly Ingredients
One of the things I love about this fresh green bean casserole is how easy it is to shop for—especially if you hit up Trader Joe’s. I picked up every ingredient there, and it makes life easier.
They sell pre cut and cleaned fresh green beans, as well as pre-sliced mushrooms. Other than your pantry staples this is definitely a TJ's-friendly holiday recipe.
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 8 oz mushrooms sliced thin
- 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- ½ tbsp Italian seasoning
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour all purpose
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 ½ cups crispy French fried onions divided
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large, oven-safe skillet, cast iron, or dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the chopped onions and mushrooms. Saute for 5 minutes. Stir in the Italian seasoning and stir for another minute to wake up those spices.
- Add the green beans and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, they’ll begin to soften slightly.
- Now add the butter, stir until it melts and then add the flour and stir until everything is coated and stir for 2 minutes (to remove the raw flour taste).
- Add the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.
- Add the heavy cream and parmesan.
- Turn the heat off and add the Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper, and ½ cup of the crispy French fried onions. Toss until everything is combined.
- Top with the rest of the crispy French fried onions and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top. Serve immediately!
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