Creamy Green Bean Casserole

30m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. 2Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  3. 3Add the washed, trimmed, green beans and cook for 3 minutes.
  4. 4Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
  5. 5In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter.
  6. 6Add the diced shallots (or onion) and minced garlic.
  7. 7Sauté for 2 minutes, until fragrant.
  8. 8Stir in the salt, black pepper, thyme, and cayenne pepper.
  9. 9Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
  10. 10Reduce the heat to medium-low. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and milk, whisking until smooth and slightly thickened.
  11. 11Add the Boursin cheese, breaking it apart with a spoon, and whisk until fully melted and smooth.
  12. 12Turn off the heat, then stir in the Parmesan cheese until creamy.
  13. 13Add the blanched green beans and 1 cup of crispy fried onions to the sauce.
  14. 14Stir to coat evenly.
  15. 15Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining crispy fried onions.
  16. 16Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until hot, bubbly, and golden on top.
  17. 17Serve warm and enjoy your rich, creamy green bean casserole!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb green beans
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 shallots diced
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme
  • 0.125 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 block Boursin cheese (garlic and fine herbs)
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2.5 cups crispy fried onions

Equipment

large potbowllarge skilletwhisk9x9-inch baking dishoven