J Baldwin's Green Bean Casserole

Experience a gourmet twist on a classic favorite with J Baldwin's Green Bean Casserole—a perfect blend of fresh green beans, rich Parmesan-infused cream sauce, and a golden, crispy fried onion topping. This elevated recipe swaps canned ingredients for scratch-made components, like a velvety roux combining chicken broth and whole milk, and features a touch of paprika for an added depth of flavor. Blanched green beans retain their tender-crisp texture, while sautéed onions and garlic infuse every bite with savory warmth. Ready in just 45 minutes, this casserole is ideal for holiday dinners or any gathering in need of a comforting side dish. A must-try for fans of gourmet twists on timeless recipes, this dish brings indulgence to the dinner table with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh green beans
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp paprika
• 1.5 cups 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. Add the green beans and blanch them for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and transfer to a large bowl filled with ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain thoroughly and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux. Slowly pour in the chicken broth and milk, whisking to combine and prevent lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce starts to thicken.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy. Remove from heat.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans and the cheese sauce. Mix well to coat all the beans evenly.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out into an even layer.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crispy fried onions over the top of the casserole in an even layer.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1024.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1312.4

Total Fat 91.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 173mg	0%
Sodium 4828.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 48.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1124.7mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 1418.9mg	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: 59.8%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 26.2%