Name: Green Bean Casserole without Mushroom Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8 Servings
Cuisine: American

Green Bean Casserole without Mushroom Soup

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Green Bean Casserole without Mushroom Soup

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350℉ and spray a 13×9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Place prepared green beans in a colander over large bowl and allow to drain.

Add 2 Tablespoons of butter to a deep skillet and melt over medium heat.

Add the onions and mushrooms and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Transfer the drained green beans to a large bowl and add the cooked vegetables.

Add the remaining 3 Tablespoons of butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat.

Add the garlic and stir for 30 seconds.

Stir in the flour and whisk for about minute. The mixture should resemble paste.

Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens and is bubbly.

Add in the chopped thyme and All Purpose Seasoning Blend.

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, whisking until the cheese is melted.

Pour the cheese sauce over the bean mixture and stir until everything is combined.

Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it out in an even layer. Top with the French fried onions.

Bake for 20 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly and the top is golden brown.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Make a True Béchamel Base 🧈
Create a proper roux by cooking equal parts butter and flour for 2-3 minutes before adding milk to prevent lumps and achieve a silky, professional-quality sauce that rivals any canned soup.
Sauté Mushrooms Separately 🍄
Cook mushrooms in a hot skillet with butter until golden before adding to the casserole; this removes excess moisture and concentrates their umami flavor for deeper, richer taste.
Toast the Fried Onions Twice ✨
Reserve half the fried onions for topping and add them only in the final 10 minutes of baking to keep them crispy and golden rather than soggy throughout cooking.
Blanch Green Beans First 🫘
Briefly blanch fresh green beans for 3-4 minutes before mixing into the casserole to ensure they stay tender-crisp rather than becoming mushy during the full baking time.
Layer Flavors with Fresh Thyme 🌿
Add fresh thyme leaves to both the béchamel sauce and as a garnish before serving to build complexity; the heat releases oils while the fresh sprinkle adds brightness.