Best Easy Green Bean and Mushroom Casserole Recipe

Green bean and mushroom casserole features tender green beans in a homemade mushroom cream sauce with crispy fried onions. This vegetarian family side is a Thanksgiving classic that elevates simple green beans.

Cook 60 min Difficulty NORMAL 175 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • fresh green beans 1 lb
  • white mushrooms (sliced) 8 oz
  • yellow onion (chopped) 1 cup
  • whole milk 1 cup
  • all-purpose flour 3 tbsp
  • unsalted butter 2 tbsp
  • crispy fried onions 1 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • kosher salt 1 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • garlic powder 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 18 g 41%
Protein 7 g 16%
Fat 8 g 43%
Serving size 180g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and blanch for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender, then immediately transfer to ice water to stop cooking. Drain thoroughly.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add chopped onion and cook for 2 minutes until translucent. Add mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are browned and moisture is released.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle flour over the mushroom-onion mixture and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook off the raw flavor.

  4. 4

    Slowly pour in milk, whisking well to avoid lumps. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened to a creamy sauce.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat and stir in blanched green beans, kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.

  6. 6

    Transfer mixture to a greased casserole dish. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes. Remove from oven, sprinkle crispy fried onions evenly over the top, and bake an additional 10 minutes, watching carefully until the topping is golden and crisp.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The key ingredients are fresh green beans and white mushrooms. Their combination provides the casserole’s classic texture, with green beans for crisp-tender bite and mushrooms for deep umami flavor, while crispy fried onions add signature crunch.
Q. Which seasoning defines the overall flavor profile?
Kosher salt and black pepper are essential, but garlic powder adds savory depth to the casserole, lifting the homemade mushroom cream sauce beyond a simple vegetable bake.
Q. How can I avoid a watery or mushy casserole texture?
Be sure to thoroughly drain green beans after blanching, and cook the mushroom cream sauce until it’s thickened. This prevents excess moisture from pooling in your casserole, resulting in a creamy, not soupy, dish.
Q. What are the nutrition facts per serving?
Each serving is approximately 180g and provides about 175 kcal, with 18g carbohydrates (41%), 7g protein (16%), and 8g fat (43%).
Q. What’s the ideal timing for baking and topping?
Bake the casserole mixture uncovered for 20 minutes, then add crispy fried onions for the final 10 minutes. This ensures the topping becomes golden and crisp without burning, giving the perfect bake.
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