Green Beans

This dish transforms simple green beans into an elegant side that complements any dinner. With the added texture of mushrooms and water chestnuts, it’s a delightful twist on the classic green bean casserole.

The combination of creamy sauce and crispy French fried onions ensures every bite is both comforting and flavorful. Perfect for holiday meals or weeknight dinners.

Green Beans

Green beans take on a new level of sophistication with this easy recipe. Mushrooms and water chestnuts add texture, while the creamy sauce binds everything together. Topped with crispy onions, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that will elevate any meal.

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Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 50 mins Total Time 1 hr 10 mins Cooking Temp: 350  °F Servings: 8

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained (8 ounces)

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 1 jar sliced mushrooms, drained (4-1/2 ounces)

• 6 tablespoons butter, divided

• ¹⁄₄ cup all-purpose flour

• 1 cup 2% milk

• ¹⁄₂ cup chicken broth

• 1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce

• ¹⁄₈ teaspoon hot pepper sauce

• Dash salt

• 1 package frozen french-style green beans, thawed (16 ounces)

• ¹⁄₂ cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup crushed french-fried onions

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a small skillet, sauté water chestnuts, onion, and mushrooms in 2 tablespoons butter until the onion is crisp-tender (about 4-5 minutes). Set aside.
3. In a large skillet, melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter; stir in flour until smooth.
4. Stir in milk, chicken broth, soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, and salt. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened (about 2 minutes).
5. Remove from heat and stir in green beans and shredded cheese.
6. Spoon half of the bean mixture into a greased 1-1/2-quart baking dish.
7. Layer with the water chestnut mixture, then top with the remaining bean mixture.
8. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes.
9. Top with crushed french-fried onions and bake for an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 218kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Saturated Fat 8g40%

Cholesterol 35mg12%

Sodium 392mg17%

Total Carbohydrate 17g6%

Dietary Fiber 3g12%

Sugars 5g

Protein 5g10%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a richer taste, you can use heavy cream in place of the milk.

Keywords: green bean casserole, dinner side, creamy green beans