Green Bean Almond Casserole (Print Version)

Tender green beans in creamy sauce topped with crunchy toasted almonds - a fresh twist on the classic side dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 450 g fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
02 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 small onion, finely diced
05 - 1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
06 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
07 - 1 cup vegetable broth
08 - 3/4 cup whole milk or half-and-half
09 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
10 - 1/2 tsp salt
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
12 - 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and blanch for 2–3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
03 - In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and mushrooms (if using), sautéing for 5 minutes until softened.
04 - Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in vegetable broth and milk, cooking until thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
05 - Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
06 - Add the green beans to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
07 - Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×9-inch or similar-sized baking dish.
08 - Sprinkle toasted almonds evenly over the top.
09 - Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Fresh ingredients create authentic flavor without preservatives or additives
  • Ready in just 45 minutes with simple preparation
  • Perfect make ahead dish for holiday gatherings
  • Versatile enough for both special occasions and weeknight dinners
02 -
  • Can be assembled up to 24 hours before baking perfect for busy holiday cooking
  • Contains significantly less sodium than traditional canned soup versions
  • The homemade sauce takes only minutes but delivers restaurant quality flavor
  • Provides a good source of vitamins A C and K plus fiber from the fresh beans
03 -
  • Blanch the green beans until just tender crisp as they will continue cooking in the oven
  • Toast the almonds until they become fragrant and golden which takes about 2 to 3 minutes but watch carefully as they can burn quickly
  • For the creamiest sauce always add cold milk gradually to the hot roux whisking constantly to prevent lumps

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