Holiday Green Beans Almondine Casserole

Elevate your holiday side dish game with this rich and creamy Holiday Green Beans Almondine Casserole, a delightful twist on the classic green bean casserole. Featuring tender blanched fresh green beans tossed in a luscious parmesan cream sauce, this dish is topped with golden panko breadcrumbs and toasted almonds for an irresistible crunch. The garlic-infused roux and the balance of whole milk and heavy cream create a silky base, while the toasted almonds add nutty depth to each bite. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive gathering, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser that combines elegance and comfort. Ready in under an hour, it’s a simple yet show-stopping addition to your holiday table.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds fresh green beans (trimmed)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup sliced almonds
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese (grated)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.75 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the trimmed green beans and blanch them for 4 minutes. Drain and transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast them for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Using the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour over the melted butter and garlic, whisking constantly to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, continuing to stir to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until thickened.

Step 7

Stir in the parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper, whisking until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Add the blanched green beans and half of the toasted almonds to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 9

Transfer the green bean mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 10

In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, and the remaining toasted almonds. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the casserole.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your holiday green beans almondine casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1574.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2982.3

Total Fat 231.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 383.2mg	0%
Sodium 4654.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.7g	0%
Total Sugars 47.5g
Protein 106.0g	0%

Vitamin D 161.0IU	0%
Calcium 2461.2mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 3210.8mg	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: 67.8%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 18.4%