Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Cheddar Bay Green Bean Casserole, a delicious twist on a classic side dish featuring tender green beans in a creamy, cheesy sauce topped with savory Cheddar Bay biscuits.
Ingredients
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Main Casserole:
- 1 lb fresh green beans (trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling water)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Cheddar Bay Biscuit Topping:
- 1 cup Cheddar Bay biscuit mix (such as Red Lobster brand)
- 1/3 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the green beans: Blanch green beans in boiling salted water for 3–4 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- Make the sauce: In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic, then whisk in flour, milk, and broth. Stir in seasonings and cheddar cheese.
- Combine and bake: Mix in green beans, transfer to a baking dish, top with biscuit mixture, brush with butter, and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Serve: Let cool briefly before serving.
Notes
- Fresh green beans are recommended for the best texture, but frozen green beans can be used as well.
- Enhance the dish with additions like cooked bacon or sautéed mushrooms.
- Leftovers can be easily reheated in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
