The Best Green Bean Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Servings
8
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Cuisine
American, Vegetarian
The Best Green Bean Casserole
Description
This casserole features green beans blanched until just tender then layered in a baking dish. A smooth sauce is crafted by cooking butter and garlic, whisking in flour to form a roux, and slowly adding chicken broth and half-and-half to create a creamy base seasoned with salt and pepper. Pouring this over the beans coats them in a rich, velvety sauce.
Sprinkling fried onions on top before baking adds a crispy texture contrast and savory flavor. Baking at 375°F melds the flavors and heats the dish through, while covering the casserole with foil toward the end prevents the onions from burning.
After baking, resting the casserole allows the sauce to thicken slightly, enhancing the dish’s creamy texture. This casserole is a classic side dish that pairs well with holiday meals or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds Green bean rinsed, trimmed then halved, fresh
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 ¼ cups half-and-half or whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup fried onions French's brand
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook green beans for 5 to 7 minutes. Drain water. Pour cooked green beans in the prepared dish in an even layer.
- In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, melt butter. Once melted add garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Whisk in flour until smooth. Cook for 1 minute while constantly stirring.
- Pour in chicken broth. Stir and cook for 3 minutes.
- Next, pour in half-and-half or whole milk. Decrease heat to low and continue to stir and cook until sauce thickens. About 10 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper.
- Pour sauce evenly over the green beans in dish. Sprinkle the fried onions on top.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. *Place a piece of tinfoil over the top the last 10 minutes to prevent onions from burning.*
- Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes or so before serving. Enjoy!
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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