Description
A delightful blend of fresh green beans, savory garlic, earthy herbs, and crispy French fried onions, this casserole elevates your Thanksgiving spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 cup French fried onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Blanch green beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add mushrooms and garlic, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in heavy cream, broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Simmer until it thickens slightly.
- In a casserole dish, combine the mushroom mixture with the blanched green beans. Top with French fried onions and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy-free alternative. Consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or crispy bacon bits for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg