Best Ever Green Bean Casserole Fresh Recipe

Claire Robinson's Food Network-worthy Green Bean Casserole recipe! This Thanksgiving classic gets a fresh twist with vibrant green beans and a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with crispy fried onions. Elevate your holiday feast with this irresistible side dish – easily customizable with bacon, red pepper flakes, or white pepper for an extra kick!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 295.3 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.5 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Best Ever Green Bean Casserole Fresh

  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 medium Vidalia or yellow onion, chopped
  • 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups crushed French's crispy fried onions or similar
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

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How to Make Best Ever Green Bean Casserole Fresh

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of green beans and cook until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Immediately transfer beans to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking and preserve color. Drain well and set aside.
  4. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced, and sauté for 3-5 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Stir in 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in 1 cup sour cream until smooth.
  7. Simmer for 2 minutes, then taste and adjust seasoning.
  8. Cut green beans into 2-inch pieces.
  9. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a small pan. Add 2 cups crushed fried onions, tossing to coat.
  10. Spread green beans in a 9x13 inch casserole dish. Pour mushroom sauce over beans.
  11. Top with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and the buttered fried onions.
  12. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  13. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

71g

Carbs

3g

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