Classic Green Bean Casserole Recipe

Name: Classic Green Bean Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Topping; 4 slices white sandwich bread, each slice torn into quarters; 2 Tbs unsalted butter, softened; 1/4 tsp table salt; 1/8 tsp ground black pepper; 3 cups canned fried onions (about 6 oz); Beans and Sauce; Table salt; 2 lbs green beans, ends trimmed and halved; 3 Tbs unsalted butter; 1 lb white button mushrooms, stems trimmed, wiped clean and broken into 1/2-inch pieces; 3 medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed through garlic press; Ground black pepper; 3 Tbs unbleached all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream

Servings: persons

Topping
4 slices white sandwich bread, each slice torn into quarters
2 Tbs unsalted butter, softened
1/4 tsp table salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
3 cups canned fried onions (about 6 oz)
Beans and Sauce
Table salt
2 lbs green beans, ends trimmed and halved
3 Tbs unsalted butter
1 lb white button mushrooms, stems trimmed, wiped clean and broken into 1/2-inch pieces
3 medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed through garlic press
Ground black pepper
3 Tbs unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups heavy cream

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1. For the Topping: Pulse bread, butter, salt and pepper in a food processor until mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about ten 1-second pulses. Transfer to a large bowl and toss with onions; set aside.
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2. For the Beans and Sauce: Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 425u00b0. Fill large bowl with ice water. Bring 4 quarts water to boil in a large Dutch oven. Add 2 Tbs salt and beans. Cook beans until bright green and crisp-tender, about 6 minutes. Drain beans into colander and plunge immediately into ice water to stop cooking. Spread beans on paper-towel-lined baking sheet to drain.
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3. Add butter to now-empty Dutch oven and melt over medium-high heat until foaming subsides. Add mushrooms, garlic, 3/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper; cook until mushrooms release moisture and liquid evaporates, about 6 minutes. Add flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in broth and bring to simmer, stirring constantly. Add cream, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until sauce is thickened and reduced to 3 1/2 cups, about 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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4. Add green beans to sauce and stir until evenly coated. Arrange in even layer in 3-quart (or 13 by 9-inch) baking dish. Sprinkle with topping and bake until top is golden brown and sauce is bubbling around edge, about 15 minutes.
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Serve immediately.

1882

kcal

Calories

138

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Topping, 4 slices white sandwich bread, each slice torn into quarters, 2 Tbs unsalted butter, softened, 1/4 tsp table salt, and more.

Yes, Classic Green Bean Casserole falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic Green Bean Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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