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    A green bean casserole is a favorite side for any Thanksgiving dinner. Made with fresh green beans, this casserole is made from scratch and is quick to prep.

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    I’m so excited to share this fresh green bean casserole recipe with you. It’s been a favorite of ours for years and I’m pretty sure it will be your favorite too!

    Made from scratch, it’s loaded with flavor with the most perfect crispy panko breadcrumb topping. Baked in a creamy mushroom sauce, everyone will be asking for seconds! Delicious and classic side dish to add to your Thanksgiving table.

    For more green bean recipes, be sure to check out my Green Beans and Mushrooms and Green Beans Almondine.

    Why you will love this homemade green bean casserole recipe!

    • Easy: It takes about 10 minutes to prep this dish before it goes into the oven to bake.
    • Make ahead: This is a great option if you are looking for make ahead sides. It can easily be prepped ahead to save you time on the day.
    • Perfect for a crowd: This recipe will easily serve 8, and the leftovers are pretty tasty!
    baked healthier green bean casserole in a baking dish

    Green bean casserole ingredients

    • Green beans: Wash and trim the beans before using.
    • Oil: For cooking. I used olive oil.
    • Butter: I used unsalted butter. If you use salted, decrease the amount of added salt.
    • Mushrooms and onions: To add flavor to the sauce in the casserole. Fresh mushrooms are so much better than using canned cream of mushroom soup.
    • Flour: To make the sauce. All-purpose flour is used to thicken.
    • Thyme: Fresh thyme adds a great earthy herbal flavor.
    • Cream and milk: To make the sauce.
    • Garlic: Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor.
    • Parmesan cheese: Use a rennet-free parmesan to make this dish vegetarian-friendly.
    • Worcestershire sauce: For a slightly tangy umami flavor.
    • Salt and black pepper: For seasoning.
    • Italian or Panko breadcrumbs: For a crunchy topping.
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    How to make green bean casserole

    • Preheat the oven to 375 F. 
    • In a large pot, blanch green beans in hot water for 5 minutes, drain and transfer tender green beans to a plate.
    • Cook mushrooms in 2 Tbsp butter and olive oil. Season with salt, black pepper, and add fresh thyme. Transfer to a plate.
    • Add remaining 2 Tbsp butter to the skillet over medium heat and it melt. Add 2 Tbsp flour and stir. Add 1 cup heavy cream and 1 cup milk and simmer for a couple of minutes on medium heat until sauce thickens. Remove from heat and add minced garlic, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and Worcestershire sauce.
    • Spread green beans, mushrooms, and onions in a baking dish. Pour the sauce on top and toss gently until everything is coated. Top the green beans and mushroom mixture with Panko breadcrumbs and the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
    • Bake at 375 F for about 20 minutes. You can also broil under the broiler for about 3-4 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown. Watch the casserole carefully so it doesn’t burn. Serve warm.
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    Can you make this casserole with frozen beans?

    I prefer to make this classic casserole with fresh green beans, but you can make this with frozen too. You just need to blanch them for an extra minute or two, but otherwise, the recipe remains the same. If at all possible, it’s best to avoid canned beans for this side.

    Can you make it gluten-free?

    Yes, this recipe for green bean casserole is really easy to make gluten-free. Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour to make the sauce and use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs to make the crunchy topping.

    close up image of serving gluten-free green bean casserole

    To Prepare Ahead of Time

    You can prep this healthy green bean casserole the night before and keep it covered in the fridge. That way, all you have to do on the day is bake it in the oven. You can also bake it up to 2 days ahead of time, and then reheat it, covered with foil at 350F for 20 minutes, or until warmed through.

    What do you serve it with

    Green beans casserole is a must at our Thanksgiving table, and we like to serve it along with Roasted Turkey, Creamy Mashed potatoes, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Wild Rice Pilaf with Mushrooms, Honey Glazed Carrots, or any of my other Thanksgiving side dishes.

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    TIPS FROM NELI’S KITCHEN

    Recipe Notes and Tips for the best green bean casserole recipe

    • I prefer to use fresh thyme in this recipe, but you can use dried if you are in a pinch.
    • This easy green bean casserole recipe serves 8 and is easily halved.
    • Bake in a fully pre-heated oven so that the casserole cooks through evenly.

    More Easy Side Dishes

    If you loved this classic southern green beans casserole, be sure to check out some of my other Thanksgiving side dishes:

    Green Bean Casserole

    A green bean casserole is a favorite side for any Thanksgiving dinner. Made with fresh green beans, this casserole is made from scratch and quick to prep.
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 268kcal

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    INGREDIENTS

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Preheat the oven to 375 F. Blanch green beans for 5 minutes, drain and cool.
    • Cook mushrooms in 2 Tbsp butter and olive oil. Season with salt, pepper and add fresh thyme. Transfer to a plate.
    • Add remaining 2 Tbsp butter to the skillet over medium heat. Add 2 Tbsp flour. Add 1 cup heavy cream and 1 cup milk and simmer for a couple of minutes on medium heat until sauce thickens. Remove from heat and add minced garlic, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and Worcestershire sauce.
    • Spread green beans, mushrooms and onions in a baking dish. Pour the sauce on top and toss gently until everything is coated. Top the green beans and mushroom mixture with Panko breadcrumbs and the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
    • Bake at 375 F for about 20 minutes. You can also broil under the broiler for about 3-4 minutes, or until the topping is lightly brown. Watch the casserole carefully so it doesn't burn. Serve warm.

    TIPS & NOTES

    • I prefer to use fresh thyme in this recipe, but you can use dried if you are in a pinch.
    • This recipe serves 8 and is easily halved.
    • Bake in a fully pre-heated oven so that the casserole cooks through evenly.

    NUTRITION

    Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 656mg | Potassium: 526mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1519IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 186mg | Iron: 2mg
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Keyword green bean casserole, green bean casserole from scratch, thanksgiving side dish
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