Best 6 Green Bean And Chestnut Casserole Worth The Effort Recipes

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Indulge in a medley of flavors with our Green Bean and Chestnut Casserole, a delightful dish that combines the earthy sweetness of chestnuts with the crisp-tender texture of green beans. This comforting casserole is the perfect addition to your holiday table or special occasion feast. Along with the featured recipe, discover a collection of culinary gems, including a zesty Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake, a hearty Sausage and Black Bean Enchilada Casserole, and a tantalizing 4-Ingredient Nutella Fudge. Embark on a culinary journey and elevate your taste buds with these delectable recipes.

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CHEESY GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE WITH WATER CHESTNUTS AND MUSHROOMS



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Dinner ready in an hour! Enjoy this cheesy casserole made using Frozen Cut Green Beans with added Mushrooms and water chestnuts.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (1-lb.) pkg. frozen cut green beans
1/4 cup butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons all purpose or unbleached flour
1 cup half-and-half
6 oz. (1 1/2 cups) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (8-oz.) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 (6-oz.) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup slivered almonds, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 1 1/2-quart microwave-safe casserole, combine green beans and 2 tablespoons water; cover. Microwave on HIGH for 9 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in flour; cook until mixture is bubbly. Gradually add half-and-half, stirring constantly until mixture boils and thickens. Add cheese; stir until melted. Remove from heat.
  • Add cheese sauce, water chestnuts, mushrooms, soy sauce and hot pepper sauce to beans in casserole; mix gently. Sprinkle with almonds.
  • Bake at 350°F. For 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 4 g

ELEGANT GREEN BEANS



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Mushrooms and water chestnuts give new life to ordinary green bean casserole. Every time I make it for friends, I'm asked to share the recipe. -Linda Poe, Sandstone, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 small onion, chopped
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Dash salt
1 package (16 ounces) frozen french-style green beans, thawed
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup crushed french-fried onions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small skillet, saute water chestnuts, onion and mushrooms in 2 tablespoons butter until onion is crisp-tender, 4-5 minutes; set aside. , In large skillet, melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter; stir in flour until smooth. Stir in milk, broth, soy sauce, pepper sauce and salt. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in green beans and cheese. , Spoon half of the bean mixture into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Layer with water chestnut mixture and remaining bean mixture. , Bake, uncovered, 45 minutes. Top with french-fried onions. Bake until heated through, about 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GREEN-BEAN CASSEROLE WITH CHESTNUTS AND BUTTERED BREADCRUMBS



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This holiday season, give the humble green bean casserole an elegant makeover. This recipe keeps it easy, creamy, and as delicious as always but using fresh green beans makes a world of difference to the texture of the finished dish, and the additions of seasonal roasted chestnuts and mixed wild mushrooms make it a classy, crowd-pleasing side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield Serves 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for baking dish
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 pounds green beans, trimmed
3 cups coarse fresh breadcrumbs
6 ounces peeled roasted chestnuts, coarsely chopped (1 1/4 cups)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 clove garlic, minced
10 ounces mixed mushrooms, such as cremini, oyster, and trumpet, sliced (4 cups); plus 2 trumpet mushrooms, thinly sliced lengthwise (optional)
1 onion, finely chopped (2 cups)
1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
Extra-virgin olive oil, for tossing (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously brush a 3-quart baking dish with butter. Prepare a bowl of salted ice water. Cook green beans in a large pot of generously salted boiling water until crisp-tender and dark green, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain; immediately transfer to ice water until thoroughly chilled. Drain and pat dry. Halve beans on the bias and transfer to prepared dish.
  • In a bowl, toss breadcrumbs with chestnuts to combine. Melt 6 tablespoons butter; drizzle evenly over breadcrumb mixture, tossing until evenly absorbed. Toss in parsley; season with salt and pepper.
  • In a small saucepan, heat milk and cream over medium-low until scalding and bubbles emerge along edges of pan. Remove from heat; cover to keep warm.
  • Sprinkle garlic with a pinch of salt; mash into a paste with the side of a knife. In a large straight-sided skillet, melt remaining 6 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add mixed mushrooms; season with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and beginning to brown, 15 to 18 minutes. Add onion, season with salt, and cook, stirring often, until onion is translucent but not browning, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute more. Sprinkle flour evenly over mixture and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Slowly add milk mixture, stirring, and bring to a simmer. Cook until thickened slightly, about 3 minutes. Stir in nutmeg; season with salt and pepper. Pour mixture evenly over green beans in dish. Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture evenly over top.
  • Bake until bubbly along edges and crisp golden brown on top, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, toss sliced trumpet mushrooms with enough oil to lightly coat, season with salt and pepper, and arrange in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast until tender and golden brown along edges, about 30 minutes. Top casserole with roasted mushrooms and serve warm.

CRUNCHY GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE



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This is my own variation to the old tried and true string bean casserole. My family has loved this for years, and now my daughter makes it for her family.

Provided by Becky Twitchell

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Green Bean Casserole Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices bacon
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
¾ cup milk
2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained
ground black pepper to taste
1 ⅓ cups French-fried onions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • In a 1-1/2 quart casserole dish, mix together the bacon, soup, water chestnuts, milk, green beans and pinch of black pepper.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until heated through.
  • Stir and top with French fried onions. Bake for 5 additional minutes or until onions are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1322.2 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

GREEN BEAN AND CHESTNUT CASSEROLE-WORTH THE EFFORT.



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Yield serves 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 stick butter
Three 9-ounce packages frozen cut green beans, thawed, or three 14 1/2-ounce cans cut green beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1/2 pound sliced white button mushrooms or two 4-ounce cans mushroom pieces, rinsed and drained
3 cups milk
1/4 cup stone-ground whole-wheat flour
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco or other hot sauce (or to taste)
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Acćent (optional)
One 15-ounce can sliced water chestnuts, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup natural sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Melt 1/2 stick of the butter in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beans, onion, and mushrooms. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 8 minutes. In a bowl, whisk together the milk, flour, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, seasoned salt, pepper, and Acćent, if desired. Pour the mixture into the skillet, add the remaining 1/2 stick butter, and stir until well blended. Add the water chestnuts and almonds. Transfer to a 2-quart ovenproof casserole dish and bake until bubbly and lightly browned, about 30 minutes.

GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE



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We've made the quintessential Thanksgiving casserole better than ever by combining fresh green beans, homemade mushroom sauce, and savory fried shallots.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups vegetable oil
6 large shallots, cut into very thin rounds, rings separated
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 pounds green beans, trimmed and halved
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 pound button mushrooms, trimmed and coarsely chopped
14.5 ounces low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Line a baking sheet with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss together shallots and 1 1/4 cups flour until shallots are evenly coated. In batches, shake off excess flour from shallots and fry until golden and crisp, about 5 minutes, adjusting heat if shallots are browning too quickly. With a slotted spoon, transfer to sheet and season with salt. Set aside. (Store in an airtight container at room temperature with a layer of paper towels underneath, up to 2 days.)
  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook green beans until crisp-tender, 6 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Pat dry. (To store, refrigerate in a resealable plastic bag, up to 1 day.)
  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-high. Add mushrooms and cook until liquid has evaporated, about 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add 1/4 cup flour and cook, stirring, until incorporated, about 1 minute. Whisking constantly, gradually add broth, then milk. Bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (To store, refrigerate with plastic wrap on surface, up to 2 days. Reheat before using.)
  • Add green beans to mushroom sauce and toss to coat. Transfer mixture to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Bake until bubbling around edges, about 15 minutes. Serve topped with fried shallots.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 8 g

Tips:

  • Prep Your Ingredients: Cut the green beans, slice the onion, and chop the chestnuts before starting the recipe to save time.
  • Soak the Chestnuts: To soften the chestnuts and make them easier to peel, soak them in boiling water for 15 minutes before peeling and chopping.
  • Sauté the Vegetables: Sautéing the onions and celery in butter enhances their flavor and adds depth to the casserole.
  • Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs like thyme and marjoram add a burst of flavor to the casserole. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried herbs.
  • Don't Overcook the Green Beans: Green beans should be cooked until tender-crisp but still retain their bright green color.
  • Season to Taste: Taste the casserole before serving and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.

Conclusion:

Green Bean and Chestnut Casserole is an elegant and flavorful side dish that is perfect for special occasions. With its combination of tender green beans, creamy chestnuts, and a savory sauce, this casserole is sure to impress your guests. While it does require a bit of effort to prepare, the results are well worth it. So next time you're looking for a special side dish, give this Green Bean and Chestnut Casserole a try. You won't be disappointed.

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