Fresh green beans give this classic green bean casserole a crisp-tender texture and bright flavor that pairs perfectly with the homemade creamy mushroom sauce. Topped with crunchy fried onions, it\u2019s a fresh twist on a holiday favorite.<\/p>\n
This post contains affiliate links, if you make a purchase through one of these links, we will make a small commission at no extra cost to you. See our Disclosure Policy<\/a> for more information. Thank you for your support.<\/p>\n Follow Graceful Little Honey Bee on:<\/strong> Green bean casserole is a classic dish served at American Thanksgivings around the country, but generally it calls for canned beans and cream soups. This recipe is a fresher, more elevated version using fresh green beans and a from scratch mushroom cream sauce. <\/p>\n If you want to try a more from scratch Thanksgiving this year, then I know you\u2019ll enjoy this dish. If you\u2019re looking for more homemade Thanksgiving recipes, then be sure to check out the links below. <\/p>\n Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F.<\/p>\n Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. <\/p>\n Add green beans and cook 5 minutes or until bright green and just tender. Drain and set aside.<\/p>\n In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. <\/p>\n Add onion and cook 3 minutes, then stir in garlic and mushrooms. <\/p>\n Cook 5\u20136 minutes until mushrooms release moisture and start to brown.<\/p>\n Sprinkle flour over mushroom mixture, stirring to coat. <\/p>\n Cook 1 minute, then slowly whisk in broth and half-and-half. <\/p>\n Cook 3\u20134 minutes or until thickened. <\/p>\n Season with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n Stir in green beans and \u00bd cup French fried onions (and cheese if using). <\/p>\n Transfer to a greased 9\u00d713 baking dish. <\/p>\n Sprinkle with cheese, if using.<\/p>\n Bake 20 minutes, then top with remaining French fried onions. <\/p>\n Bake an additional 5\u201310 minutes or until golden and bubbling.<\/p>\n
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