Thanksgiving Green Bean Bake Revisited

Elevate your holiday table with this "Thanksgiving Green Bean Bake Revisited," a modern twist on the classic comfort food favorite. Featuring fresh green beans blanched to perfection, a velvety mushroom and garlic sauce, and a crispy topping of panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and fried onions, this casserole strikes the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy. Made with savory cremini mushrooms, a touch of soy sauce for depth, and a hint of parmesan for a gourmet flair, this dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser for Thanksgiving or any special occasion. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to golden perfection in 25, this recipe is a fresh, flavorful update on the traditional green bean casserole that will leave everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium white onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 cup fried onions

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Trim the ends of the green beans and blanch them in a large pot of boiling, salted water for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they release their moisture and are nicely browned.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium and stir in the butter. Once melted, sprinkle the flour evenly over the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute to form a roux.

Step 6

Whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth gradually, ensuring no lumps form. Then, stir in the half-and-half, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.

Step 7

Combine the blanched green beans with the mushroom sauce, ensuring the beans are well-coated. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and fried onions. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the green bean mixture in the baking dish.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your modernized Thanksgiving Green Bean Bake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1703.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1635.6

Total Fat 107.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 214.6mg	0%
Sodium 5074.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.7g	0%
Total Sugars 44.5g
Protein 54.4g	0%

Vitamin D 15.9IU	0%
Calcium 989.2mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 2794.4mg	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: 56.2%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 31.2%