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Crispy Green Bean Casserole Recipe with Easy Shallot Topping for Perfect Holiday Side

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A fresh and crispy twist on the classic green bean casserole featuring a crunchy shallot topping, perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and blanched
  • 3 large shallots, thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Olive oil (for frying shallots)
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add trimmed green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright green and just tender. Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking and preserve color. Drain well and set aside.
  2. Heat about 1/2 inch of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced shallots in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and season lightly with salt while hot.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
  4. Slowly pour in milk while whisking to combine. Continue cooking and stirring until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and optional fresh thyme or rosemary.
  5. In a mixing bowl, gently fold blanched green beans into the sauce, ensuring even coating. Add grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
  6. Transfer green bean mixture to a 9×9 inch baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle crispy shallot topping generously over the surface.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake casserole for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and topping is golden and crisp.
  8. Let casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Thinly slice shallots for best crispness. Control oil temperature to avoid burning shallots. Blanch green beans to keep them tender-crisp. You can prepare sauce and fry shallots a day ahead. Add extra fried shallots before serving to refresh crunch.

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