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Green Bean Casserole with Fried Shallots

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Green Bean Casserole with Fried Shallots is a fresh, from-scratch twist on the classic holiday side dish. Tender green beans are coated in a rich, homemade creamy mushroom sauce and topped with crispy golden fried shallots for the perfect crunch. Made without canned soup, this elegant green bean casserole is ideal for holidays, family dinners, or make-ahead meals.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds fresh green beans, trimmed

  • 3 medium shallots, thinly sliced

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (divided)

  • Vegetable oil, for frying

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth

  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch green beans for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green. Drain and set aside.

  3. Toss sliced shallots with ¼ cup flour until lightly coated. Shake off excess.

  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry shallots in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and season lightly with salt.

  5. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook until softened and lightly browned.

  6. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.

  7. Sprinkle remaining flour over mushrooms and stir. Cook 1–2 minutes.

  8. Gradually whisk in broth and heavy cream. Simmer until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and soy sauce if using.

  9. Stir in blanched green beans until evenly coated.

  10. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

  11. Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbling.

  12. Top with crispy fried shallots just before serving for maximum crunch.

Notes

  • Add grated Parmesan to the sauce for extra richness.

  • Use wild mushrooms for deeper, earthy taste.

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.

  • Add toasted sliced almonds along with shallots for extra crunch.

  • Add fresh fried shallots after reheating leftovers to maintain crispiness.

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