GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE WITH MUSHROOM BECHAMEL

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I wanted to create a substitute for the canned cream of mushroom soup. Over the years it just seemed to not taste the same to me - so I thought I would try to improve on the recipe. This will feed a large crowd (15) at the holidays - so cut it down if it is for a smaller family.

Provided by Lisa Goad

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 bags frozen french style green beans - defrosted
BECHAMEL SAUCE
4 c whole milk
4 Tbsp butter
6 Tbsp all purpose flour
2 - 4 bay leaves, fresh (depends on the size)
2 clove garlic - crushed
1 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp white pepper
REMAINING INGREDIENTS
4 c cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
3 Tbsp butter
1/4 c sage leaves, fresh finely chopped
kosher salt to taste
black pepper, to taste
12 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
french fried onions - to cover top

Steps:

  • 1. Greenbeans: Defrost, drain, squeeze out water with paper towels Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. Start Béchamel In saucepan Add milk, bay leaves, garlic and heat on low/med-low. Allow milk to heat up slowly so the flavor from the garlic and bay infuses. Add Kosher Salt and White Pepper. Start on mushrooms.
  • 3. Mushrooms Love that food processor! Break mushrooms in 1/2 by hand into your food processor. Pulse until finely chopped and you have at least 4 cups. Sauté in 3T butter until all liquid is evaporated. Season with Kosher Salt, Black Pepper to taste and Chopped Sage.
  • 4. Complete Béchamel In second saucepan melt butter, add flour and sauté on med. Until flour is cooked, before it starts to brown, gradually whisk in warm milk ensuring lumps are removed.
  • 5. Prepare Casserole Add Mushrooms to Béchamel sauce - taste. This will be seasoning all those beans. Mix Defrosted/well drained Green Beans with homemade Creamy Mushroom Sauce. Place in casserole dish sprayed with Cooking Spray. Bake in pre-heated oven until casserole bubbles. Remove from oven and sprinkle with Cheddar Cheese and French Fried onions. Return to oven and allow cheese to melt, onions to lightly brown.

Alhaji Namishow
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This is the perfect holiday side dish. It's easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Iyannie Grase
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I'm not a huge fan of green bean casserole, but this recipe is a game-changer. It's so flavorful and creamy, I could eat it every day.


Stacy-ann Brown
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This casserole is a must-try for any green bean lover. It's easy to make and absolutely delicious.


Clara Chidi
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I've tried a lot of green bean casserole recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy, and flavorful.


Sm Hridoy
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This is a great recipe to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day.


Michal
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I made this casserole for a vegetarian Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge hit. Even the meat-eaters loved it!


TWUM SAMUEL YAW
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


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I'm not a fan of mushrooms, but I still enjoyed this casserole. The mushroom flavor is very subtle.


jada madden
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I love that this recipe uses fresh green beans. It makes such a difference in the flavor.


Ozichukwu Ogundele
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This is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, creamy, and cheesy. What more could you ask for?


iz_ moonlight fever
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover green beans.


Charlie Laas
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This is a great recipe for a holiday side dish. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


mirza gaming
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Anees bacha
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I followed the recipe exactly and the casserole turned out perfectly. It was a big hit with my family.


Malika Elallaoui
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This is the best green bean casserole I've ever had. The mushrooms and bechamel sauce are a perfect combination.


Brandon Sammons
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I've never been a fan of green bean casserole, but this recipe is a game-changer. The mushrooms and bechamel sauce add so much flavor and richness.


ISRAELITE Tutu
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The mushroom bechamel sauce is what really makes this dish. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Christopher Weous
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This was the perfect side dish for our holiday meal. It was easy to make and everyone loved it.


Ishmael Matshai
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I'm not a huge fan of green bean casserole, but this recipe changed my mind! The mushroom bechamel sauce is rich and creamy, and the green beans are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Anthony Hutchens
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This green bean casserole was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! It was creamy, flavorful, and the mushrooms added a nice earthy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.