Creamy Green Bean Delight

Green Bean and Pearl Onion Casserole Recipe 🌿🧅

Description: If you love the green bean casserole from the back of the cream of mushroom can, you will love this. All fresh ingredients are used–it takes some time, but well worth it.

• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
• Recipe Category: Beans
• Keywords: Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 shallots, thinly sliced
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 3 cups milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 329.4
• Fat: 19.7g
• Saturated Fat: 8.8g
• Cholesterol: 40.9mg
• Sodium: 143.6mg
• Carbohydrates: 31.1g
• Fiber: 5.8g
• Sugar: 5.9g
• Protein: 11.2g

Instructions:

1. Blanch the Green Beans and Pearl Onions:

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   • Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil.
   • Add the green beans and pearl onions, and cook for 2 minutes until the green beans brighten in color.

2. Cool and Drain:

   • Remove the vegetables from the boiling water and immediately plunge them into ice water to stop the cooking process.
   • Drain the green beans and onions, then remove the skins from the onions and set aside.

3. Prepare the Mushroom Mixture:

   • In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
   • Add minced garlic and sliced shallots, and cook until caramelized.
   • Stir in bay leaves, then add the mushrooms and thyme leaves. Season with salt and pepper.
   • Sprinkle the mixture with flour and cook for an additional minute.

4. Thicken with Milk:

   • Gradually pour in the milk, stirring continuously.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for 3 minutes until it thickens.

5. Assemble the Casserole:

   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Place blanched green beans and peeled pearl onions in a 2-quart casserole dish.
   • Pour the mushroom mixture over the green beans and onions, tossing gently to ensure they are well coated.

6. Bake:

   • Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
   • After 30 minutes, top the casserole with fried onions.
   • Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.

Enjoy this delicious and flavorful Green Bean and Pearl Onion Casserole as a perfect side dish for any occasion! 🌿🧅