Ina Garten Green Bean Casserole
A delightful twist on a classic dish, this green bean casserole combines fresh green beans with a creamy mushroom sauce, making it perfect for holiday gatherings or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Green Beans
- Cream of Mushroom Soup (low-fat)
- Button Mushrooms
- Fried Onions
- Cheese (optional, low-fat)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the fresh green beans by washing and trimming the ends. Blanch them in boiling water for about 3 minutes, then transfer to ice water.
- Sauté the chopped button mushrooms in a stovetop pan until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine the sautéed mushrooms, fresh green beans, and cream of mushroom soup in a mixing bowl.
- Assemble the mixture in your baking dish and sprinkle cheese on top if desired.
- Add a generous amount of crispy fried onions on top.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Serve warm as a perfect side dish packed with nutrients!
Notes
For a healthier version, consider using a homemade cream of mushroom soup with Greek yogurt. This casserole is also suitable for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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