Crunchy Green Bean Casserole

Elevate your holiday table or weeknight dinner with this irresistible Crunchy Green Bean Casserole, a modern twist on a beloved classic. Featuring tender-crisp fresh green beans enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic and Parmesan sauce, this dish is crowned with a golden layer of crispy fried onions for the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like real heavy cream, sautéed onions, and a touch of chicken or vegetable broth, every bite is comfort food at its finest. With a quick 15-minute prep time and a bubbling oven-finish in just 30 minutes, this casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd or adding a touch of elegance to your meal. Whether you're planning Thanksgiving or looking for a savory side dish, this crunchy green bean casserole will quickly become your favorite go-to recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 450 grams fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 240 milliliters chicken or vegetable broth
• 120 milliliters heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
• 150 grams crispy fried onions

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Step 6

Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and ground black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 7

Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss them to coat evenly in the sauce. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the crispy fried onions evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Crunchy Green Bean Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1183.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2064.5

Total Fat 158.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 242mg	0%
Sodium 5613.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.1g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 875.0mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1187.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.4%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 23.3%