Description
Creamy Green Bean and Mushroom Casserole is a comforting dish that brings together tender green beans and earthy mushrooms in a rich, creamy sauce, topped with a golden, crunchy layer. Perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners, this casserole will delight your family and friends with its nostalgic flavors and inviting aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 8 oz button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil or butter. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until softened and golden brown.
- Stir in fresh green beans with salt and pepper; cook until bright green yet crisp for about 3 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer until bubbling.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese and top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg