Fresh G.b.c. (Green Bean Casserole) Recipe

Name: Fresh G.b.c. (Green Bean Casserole)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb green beans, washed and ends snipped off; 2 leeks, cleaned and cut into thin rings; canola oil for frying leek; 2 tablespoons butter; 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced; ½ teaspoon thyme leaves, chopped; 2 garlic cloves; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 cup half-and-half; salt; pepper; 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

1 lb green beans, washed and ends snipped off
2 leeks, cleaned and cut into thin rings
canola oil for frying leek
2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
½ teaspoon thyme leaves, chopped
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup half-and-half
salt
pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
¼ cup panko breadcrumbs

1
Heat oven to 400.
2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil with several pinches of salt.
3
Add green beans and cook for about 5 minutes, until they turn bright green.
4
Once cooked, drain and rinse the beans until they are cooled.
5
Set aside.
6
In a medium skillet, add canola oil to a depth of about one inch and heat.
7
Add the leeks and cook until they are crisp.
8
Remove from oil and put onto a paper towel lined baking sheet.
9
Sprinkle with salt.
10
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and add mushrooms and thyme.
11
Cook until mushrooms are soft and begin to take on color.
12
Add garlic and cook for a minute or less, being careful not to let garlic burn.
13
Add flour and cook for about a minute, stirring the whole time.
14
Add stock and half-and-half and stir.
15
Cook for 5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and no longer tastes of flour, stirring frequently.
16
Season with salt and pepper.
17
Mix green beans into the mushroom sauce and transfer to a casserole dish.
18
Top with cheese, breadcrumbs and fried leeks.
19
Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted, breadcrumbs brown and sauce is bubbling.
20
NOTE: I guessed at prep and cook time as I haven't actually made this yet and the recipe doesn't say.

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* 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.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb green beans, washed and ends snipped off, 2 leeks, cleaned and cut into thin rings, canola oil for frying leek, 2 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Fresh G.b.c. (Green Bean Casserole) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fresh G.b.c. (Green Bean Casserole)

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