Best 3 Dawn Hornsbys Unusual Green Bean Casserole Recipes

In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes evoke a sense of comfort and familiarity quite like green bean casserole. This iconic dish, often gracing holiday tables and family gatherings, has undergone a delightful transformation in the hands of the renowned chef, Dawn Hornsby. Her rendition, aptly named "Dawn Hornsby's Unusual Green Bean Casserole," takes this classic to new heights with a medley of unexpected ingredients and bold flavors. From the tangy zip of lemon zest to the subtle smokiness of roasted red peppers, this casserole promises an explosion of tastes that will tantalize your palate. But Dawn's culinary repertoire doesn't stop there. This article also unveils her enticing recipe for "Green Bean Casserole with Bacon and Crispy Onions," a dish that elevates the traditional casserole with the savory crunch of bacon and the golden allure of crispy onions. And for those seeking a lighter, yet equally flavorful option, Dawn presents her "Healthy Green Bean Casserole," a guilt-free indulgence that swaps out heavy cream for a creamy cashew sauce, preserving all the delectable flavors without compromising on health. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into Dawn Hornsby's extraordinary green bean casserole recipes, each one promising a unique and unforgettable taste experience.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BEST EVER GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE

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Go fresh with Alton Brown's Best-Ever Green Bean Casserole recipe from Good Eats on Food Network. Onions tossed in panko breadcrumbs provide a crunchy topping.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 medium onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Nonstick cooking spray
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 pound fresh green beans, rinsed, trimmed and halved
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 ounces mushrooms, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup half-and-half

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F.
Combine the onions, flour, panko and salt in a large mixing bowl and toss to combine. Coat a sheet pan with nonstick cooking spray and evenly spread the onions on the pan. Place the pan on the middle rack of the oven and bake until golden brown, approximately 30 minutes. Toss the onions 2 to 3 times during cooking. Once done, remove from the oven and set aside until ready to use. Turn the oven down to 400 degrees F.
While the onions are cooking, prepare the beans. Bring a gallon of water and 2 tablespoons of salt to a boil in an 8-quart saucepan. Add the beans and blanch for 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately plunge the beans into a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain and set aside.
Melt the butter in a 12-inch cast iron skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms begin to give up some of their liquid, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and nutmeg and continue to cook for another 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute. Add the broth and simmer for 1 minute. Decrease the heat to medium-low and add the half-and-half. Cook until the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
Remove from the heat and stir in 1/4 of the onions and all of the green beans. Top with the remaining onions. Place into the oven and bake until bubbly, approximately 15 minutes. Remove and serve immediately.

DAWN HORNSBY'S UNUSUAL GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE

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My mom used to make this all the time. She would experiment with all types of food and in turn, her creations were wonderful!! Though, I do not know if this is one of her original recipes but it was handwritten in her notebook of recipes that was given to me at the time of her death.

Provided by Traci Jeff Poole2

Categories Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 (9 ounce) packages frozen French style green beans
1 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 (5 ounce) can water chestnuts, sliced, drained
2 cans cream of celery soup
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup whole milk
2 cans French fried onions rings

Steps:

Combine water, beans and salt. Bring to a quick boil.
Reduce heat until it has thawed and slightly crisp. **About 4 minutes** Drain them.
In a 2 quart casserole dish, layer the beans and chestnuts.
Next, mix the milk and soup into a separate bowl. Add pepper.
Pour this over the beans and chestnuts. Bake at 350* for 25 minutes.
Remove from oven and top with the onion rings and bake again until they are a golden brown.

ULTIMATE GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE RECIPE BY TASTY

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Here's what you need: green beans, unsalted butter, medium white onions, cremini mushroom, garlic, all purpose flour, milk, heavy cream, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, chicken broth, grated parmesan cheese, fried onion

Provided by Frank Tiu

Categories Sides

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 lb green beans, trimmed
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 stick, divided
2 medium white onions, thinly sliced
1 ½ lb cremini mushroom, sliced and stemmed
5 cloves garlic, sliced
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 cup milk
½ cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chicken broth, or vegetable broth
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup fried onion

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
In a large pot of salted boiling water, blanch the green beans for 3 minutes, until tender and bright green. Drain and transfer to a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large pan over high heat. Add the onions and cook for 8 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Add the mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes, until browned. Add the garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Transfer the vegetable mixture to the casserole dish with the green beans. Wipe out the pan.
Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in the same pan. Add the flour and stir to combine. Cook until a golden brown roux forms, for 5 minutes.
Add the milk, heavy cream, salt, pepper, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese, and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the sauce is thickened, about 10 minutes.
Pour the sauce evenly over the vegetables in the casserole dish and toss until everything is well coated. Cover with foil.
Bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes.
Top the casserole with the fried onions, then serve.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 8 grams

Tips:

For the green bean casserole, it's important to use fresh green beans rather than canned ones, as they have a better flavor and texture.
When making the cream of mushroom soup, use a good quality mushroom broth and fresh mushrooms for the best flavor.
To make the casserole even more flavorful, add some chopped onion, celery, and carrots to the green beans before baking.
If you don't have any French's fried onions, you can use regular bread crumbs or crushed cornflakes as a topping.
For the sweet potato casserole, use a combination of brown sugar and maple syrup for a delicious and flavorful topping.
If you want a crispy topping on your sweet potato casserole, use a mixture of melted butter, brown sugar, and chopped pecans.
For the corn casserole, use fresh corn kernels for the best flavor and texture.
To add some extra flavor to the corn casserole, add some chopped green bell pepper, onion, and chili peppers.
For the squash casserole, use a combination of butternut squash and acorn squash for a delicious and flavorful dish.
To make the squash casserole even more flavorful, add some chopped onion, celery, and carrots before baking.

Conclusion:

These Thanksgiving casserole recipes are all delicious and easy to make, and they're sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With a few simple tips, you can make these casseroles even more flavorful and delicious. So get creative and experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique Thanksgiving feast.