Green Bean Casserole – Easy, Creamy & Crispy Comfort Dish

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Green Bean Casserole – Easy, Creamy & Crispy Comfort Dish

A classic holiday side dish that's quick to prepare and packed with flavor, combining tender green beans with a creamy mushroom sauce and crispy onions.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Green Beans

1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tbsp butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cups sliced mushrooms
2 tbsp flour
1 1/2 cups milk
Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup crispy fried onions

Method

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Blanch green beans in salted water for 3–4 minutes, then cool in ice water.
Sauté onions and mushrooms in butter until soft. Stir in flour, then gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
Combine sauce with green beans in a baking dish. Top with crispy fried onions.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a dash of garlic powder or cheese to the sauce.