Description
A classic holiday green bean casserole elevated with fresh ingredients, umami-rich flavor, and modern Southern twists like sautéed mushrooms, crispy onion topping, and rich homemade sauce.
Ingredients
1 ½ lbs fresh green beans (trimmed)
2 cups cremini mushrooms (sliced)
3 tbsp unsalted butter
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups whole milk
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp soy sauce or Worcestershire
1 ½ cups crispy fried onions
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Blanch green beans in salted water for 5 minutes, then transfer to ice water.
2. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté mushrooms until browned (6–7 minutes). Add garlic powder and flour to form a roux.
3. Slowly whisk in milk, reduce heat, and stir until thick. Add soy sauce or Worcestershire, season with salt and pepper.
4. Toss green beans in the sauce and stir to coat.
5. Transfer to a baking dish, top with crispy onions or breadcrumbs.
6. Bake uncovered for 25 minutes or until bubbling. Broil 3 minutes for extra crispness.
7. Serve hot and enjoy the elevated twist on a beloved classic.
Notes
Use frozen green beans if fresh ones aren’t available.
Add a dash of smoked paprika or a splash of fish sauce for extra umami.
Top with Parmesan breadcrumbs for a modern crunch.
Pairs perfectly with hashbrown casserole, corn casserole, or cranberry chutney.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: green bean casserole, holiday sides, Thanksgiving recipes, Southern twist