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Green Beans and Mushrooms Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 38 minutes
🥗 Servings: 10
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Green Beans and Mushrooms recipe! It’s a perfect blend of tender green beans, savory mushrooms, and crispy fried shallots, all coated in a creamy sauce. This dish is not only delicious but also low in protein and cholesterol, making it a healthy option for any weeknight meal.

Ingredients:
- 1 shallot
- 1/3 cup flour
- 3 cups green beans
- 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 onions
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms
- 1 cup creme fraiche
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Oil, for frying
Instructions:
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Prepare Fried Shallots:
- On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the shallots with 1/3 cup of flour, ensuring they are evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- In a large, deep skillet, heat oil until shimmering.
- Add the shallots in 2 batches and fry over moderate heat until very crisp, about 3 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried shallots to paper towels, then sprinkle with salt.
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Cook Green Beans:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the green beans until just tender, about 5 minutes.
- Drain and refresh under cold running water. Pat dry with paper towels.
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Prepare Mushroom Sauce:
- Melt the butter in a large, enameled cast-iron casserole over medium heat.
- Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the paprika, cayenne pepper, and a large pinch of pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add the cremini mushrooms, cover, and cook over moderate heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Uncover and cook, stirring, until browned, about 5 minutes longer.
- Stir in the remaining 3 tablespoons of flour and gradually stir in the stock until smooth.
- Simmer the mushroom sauce over low heat, stirring, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the creme fraiche, fresh lemon juice, and cooked green beans.
- Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Transfer the green bean and mushroom mixture to a large glass or ceramic baking dish.
- Cover the casserole with foil and bake until bubbling, about 20 minutes.
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Serve:
- Uncover the casserole, scatter the fried shallots on top, and serve hot.
Make Ahead Tips:
- The assembled casserole can be refrigerated overnight. Just let it return to room temperature before baking.
- The fried shallots can be kept overnight in an airtight container. Recrisp them in a 350°F (175°C) oven and let cool before using.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 185.7
- Fat: 7.6g
- Saturated Fat: 4.4g
- Cholesterol: 23.9mg
- Sodium: 89mg
- Carbohydrates: 25.9g
- Fiber: 4.5g
- Sugar: 3.7g
- Protein: 6.6g
Enjoy the delightful flavors and textures of this Green Beans and Mushrooms dish! It’s perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and delicious.