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Green Bean Casserole

Creamy Green Bean Casserole for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss

This Green Bean Casserole combines savory cheese, creamy potatoes, and tender green beans for a perfect comfort food dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Fresh Green Beans trimmed and halved
  • 1 pound Baby Potatoes quartered
  • 1 cup Sour Cream can be substituted with Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese can use light cheese
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese can be omitted
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt preferably kosher or sea salt
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs can use gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons Butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the green beans and potatoes, and cook for 8 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil, add chopped onion, and sauté for 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, grated parmesan, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Fold in sautéed onion and garlic.
  5. Add the parboiled green beans and potatoes to the creamy mixture, toss to coat, then transfer to the greased baking dish.
  6. Combine breadcrumbs with melted butter in a bowl and sprinkle over the casserole evenly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbling. Watch closely towards the end.
  8. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared in advance and stored unbaked in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

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