Isn’t it fun when we all have some special holiday dish that keeps getting requested year after year? For my sister, it’s her tomato appetizer with fresh mozzarella and basil. For hubby, it’s his Scotch Cake. For me, it’s my green bean casserole. I call it my “no cans in sight” casserole, but family calls it delicious. Naturally, at Thanksgiving my nephew was hosting the big dinner and I had to bring it. My casserole starts with fresh green beans and fresh mushrooms. Add some garlic, onion and swiss cheese and it’s a savory side dish to turkey or ham.
I created this recipe when I still lived in California, and that was over 15 years ago. It’s something I put together based on similar recipes I had tasted over the years and some of my own personal preferences. I just love mushrooms sauteed in garlic and onion so that was my base of what I added to my green beans. And for selecting swiss cheese over another variety, I just like the flavor, plain and simple. By the time I had this the way I wanted, my holiday green bean casserole was perfect. Now I’m sharing my recipe with you so you can enjoy it with your families this holiday season
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Lori’s Famous Green Bean Casserole
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| Serves | 12 |
| Prep time | 20 minutes |
| Cook time | 25 minutes |
| Total time | 45 minutes |
| Allergy | Milk |
| Dietary | Vegetarian |
| Meal type | Side Dish |
| Misc | Pre-preparable, Serve Hot |
| Occasion | Christmas, Thanksgiving |
Ingredients
- 2lb fresh green beans (ends snapped off, snapped in two)
- 1lb fresh white mushrooms (rinsed, stems cut off and sliced)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (chopped)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Large shallots (cut into rings)
- 16oz swiss cheese (shredded)
- 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
Note
You can broil this for a few minutes at the end of baking for a crunchy top
Directions
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Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the green beans. Boil for 4 minutes, then plunge the green beans into a strainer full of ice. This will cool the beans while preserving the bright green color. Set aside  | |
| Step 2 | |
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In a large deep skillet on medium heat, add the sliced mushrooms, garlic, butter, olive oil and shallots. Cook until mushrooms are soft and shallots transluscent  | |
| Step 3 | |
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In a large stainless steel bowl, add the green beans and mushroom mix. Stir together. Add the cheese and bread crumbs and mix together.  | |
| Step 4 | |
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Pour the mix into a large deep baking dish and cook in the oven for 25 minutes. Option - add some extra cheese to the top and sprinkle some bread crumbs on top of that for a melty, crunchy topping.  | |
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So there you have it!! The recipe for my famous green bean casserole with fresh beans, mushrooms and ooey gooey melted swiss cheese. I’m sure your whole family will love the fresh taste and it’s the perfect veggie side dish for your holiday dinner. Enjoy & happy holidays to you and yours.
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Kathleen @ Fearlessly Creative Mammas says
December 7, 2013 at 9:11 pmWow! This sounds so good. I’m going to try this one for sure!!
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Winnie says
December 8, 2013 at 3:06 pmWhat a wonderful casserole 🙂
Looks very tasty and I would love to try it
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Jennie says
December 9, 2013 at 9:39 amYum! Green bean casserole is one of my favorites for Christmas! You should come link up with me today! https://thediaryofarealhousewife.blog
Jess says
December 9, 2013 at 10:35 pmI’ve honestly never had a green bean casserole before and this looks amazing!
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Nibbles By Nic says
December 11, 2013 at 12:06 pmShallots, mushrooms, green beans…all my favorites! Thanks for coming by Wonderful Food Wednesday and hope to see you next week 🙂 Warmest, Nic
Cynthia says
December 14, 2013 at 5:22 pmI can see why this is constantly requested! Looks delicious. Thanks for linking to the In and Out of the Kitchen Link Party. Hope to see you next week.
Nancy [email protected] says
December 15, 2013 at 8:36 amGreen bean casserole is one of my favorite things to eat on the holidays! Thanks for linking this to Less Laundry, More Linking party!
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Susan says
December 18, 2013 at 3:46 pmI love greenbean casserole. I’m always up for trying a new recipe. Thanks for sharing at Inspire Us Thursday on Organized 31.
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December 21, 2013 at 7:41 pmI adore homemade green bean casserole…..and I’m LOVING the swiss cheese in this recipe! Thanks so much for sharing at Saturday Night Fever!
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