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<\/p>\nThis holiday season enjoy a lighter, healthier version of the classic green bean casserole<\/strong> recipe made from scratch with no canned soup.<\/p>\nYou will love this modern take on the classic green bean casserole! This easy recipe is made from scratch, and is the perfect addition to your holiday table. The perfect side dish to accompany your Thanksgiving Turkey along with all the fixins like Sweet Potato Casserole, Cranberry Sauce, Stuffing and Mashed Potatoes. You can see all my Thanksgiving recipes here.<\/p>\n
Confession: I strongly dislike mushy green beans. I\u2019ve always wondered green been casserole is so popular? Year after year, I\u2019ve been asked to post a healthy green bean casserole recipe, and I\u2019ve opted out because the thought of mushy canned green beans in canned cream of mushroom soup doesn\u2019t do it for me. I\u2019m very particular about the texture of my green beans. I love them roasted and cooked until tender-crisp,\u00a0sauteed with a little garlic and oil, and even in a\u00a0salad. But frozen or canned green beans \u2013 I can do without them.<\/p>\n
I was inspired to try this casserole made completely from scratch. I put the dish in the oven and crossed my fingers. When it was done, I served myself a plate and liked it so much that I had two servings. This absolutely delicious green bean casserole is a keeper and is the perfect addition to your holiday table.<\/p>\n
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\nfresh green beans, blanched so they remain tender and crisp<\/li>\n shallots are used here in the green bean mixture and more on top, you can also use onions in their place<\/li>\n seasoned breadcrumbs or panko breadcrumbs, for the crisp shallot topping that replaces the usual french-fried onion<\/li>\n grated Romano or Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n fresh or dried thyme<\/li>\n sliced mushrooms such as cremini or button<\/li>\n 1 cup milk and flour to make the sauce<\/li>\n chicken stock or chicken broth, or vegetable broth for vegetarian<\/li>\n olive oil is used in place of butter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\nHow to Make Green Bean Casserole from Scratch<\/h2>\n In this new lighter version, I use fresh green beans in my green bean casserole. I blanched them in boiling water for 2 minutes so they wouldn\u2019t turn to mush. If you like them soft, I would boil them for 6-8 minutes.<\/p>\n
Is green bean casserole better with canned or fresh?<\/h2>\n There is no doubt in my mind that if you want the best green bean casserole, you need to use fresh green beans. The flavor, texture and color will be so much better than canned.<\/p>\n
Tips & Variations:<\/h2>\n\nCut the green beans in half, so it\u2019s easier to serve.<\/li>\n To make it gluten-free: Sub gluten free panko for breadcrumbs and use gluten free flour mix in place of all purpose flour.<\/li>\n For more flavor, try adding a few cloves of garlic or a little bacon or pancetta to the breadcrumb topping.<\/li>\n Halve the recipe to feed a family of four.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
More Holiday Side Dishes You\u2019ll Love:<\/h2>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n
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Lightened Up Green Bean Casserole with Shallot Crumb Topping<\/h2>\n \n160<\/span> Cals<\/span><\/span>7<\/span> Protein<\/span><\/span>22<\/span> Carbs<\/span><\/span>6<\/span> Fats<\/span><\/span>\n<\/p>\n\n
Prep Time: <\/span>30<\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nCook Time: <\/span>30<\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nTotal Time: <\/span>1<\/span> hr<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nA lightened up, healthier version of the classic green bean casserole made from scratch, no canned soup.<\/p>\n
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\n2<\/span> lbs<\/span> green beans<\/span>, cut in half, trimmed and washed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n
For The Green Bean Topping<\/h4>\n\n1<\/span> tbsp<\/span> olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n1<\/span> cup<\/span> shallots<\/span>, finely diced<\/span><\/li>\n1\/2<\/span> cup<\/span> seasoned breadcrumbs<\/span>, or gluten free panko<\/span><\/li>\n1<\/span> tbsp<\/span> grated Romano or Parmesan cheese<\/span><\/li>\n1\/2<\/span> tsp<\/span> dried thyme<\/span>, or 1 tsp fresh<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n
For the green bean mixture:<\/h4>\n\n1<\/span> tbsp<\/span> olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n1\/3<\/span> cup<\/span> shallots<\/span>, minced<\/span><\/li>\n16<\/span> oz<\/span> sliced mushrooms<\/span>, (I used cremini)<\/span><\/li>\nsalt and black pepper<\/span>, to taste<\/span><\/li>\n1\/4<\/span> cup<\/span> flour<\/span>, or gluten free flour<\/span><\/li>\n1<\/span> cup<\/span> reduced sodium chicken broth<\/span>, or vegetable broth for vegetarian<\/span><\/li>\n1<\/span> cup<\/span> 2% milk<\/span><\/li>\n1\/4<\/span> cup<\/span> grated Pecorino Romano cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\n\nBoil a large pot of water, add the green beans to the boiling water and blanch for 2 minutes (or 6-8 minutes if you like them softer). Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water or an ice bath to stop them from cooking.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\nMeanwhile make the topping,\u00a0heat\u00a0a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.\u00a0\u00a0Add\u00a0the shallots and\u00a0saut\u00e9\u00a0about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally\u00a0until golden brown.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nReduce\u00a0heat to medium-low,\u00a0add\u00a0breadcrumbs, grated cheese and thyme;\u00a0saut\u00e9\u00a0until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, careful not to burn.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nPreheat the oven to 375F. Lightly spray a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\nHeat oil in a large saut\u00e9 pan over medium-high heat. Add shallots and saut\u00e9 1 to 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, season with salt and pepper and saut\u00e9 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nSprinkle flour over the mushrooms, stir constantly for about a minute, then slowly add chicken stock, then milk.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
\nBring to a low boil, and cook stirring occasionally until thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in grated cheese.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\nAdd blanched green beans and mix well, season with salt and pepper as needed; pour into prepared baking dish.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\nTop\u00a0with toasted breadcrumbs and\u00a0bake\u00a0about 30 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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