GREEN-BEAN CASSEROLE WITH FRIED SHALLOTS

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For this gourmet take on a potluck classic, the casserole is assembled and the shallots are cooked ahead of time. Just before serving, pop the dish under the broiler for about 10 minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for dish
1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 pound button mushrooms, stems trimmed, quartered
2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch grated nutmeg
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup canola oil
4 shallots, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch rings

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add onion, and saute until it begins to soften, about 4 minutes. Add bell pepper and mushrooms, and cook until softened and most of the liquid has evaporated, about 8 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Set aside to cool.
  • Prepare an ice bath: Fill a large bowl with ice and water; set aside. Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add beans, and cook until bright green and just tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain, and plunge into ice bath to stop cooking. When cooled, toss drained beans with mushroom mixture; set aside.
  • Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add 1/4 cup flour, whisk constantly until mixture begins to turn golden, about 2 minutes. Pour in milk, and continue whisking until mixture has thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in cayenne, nutmeg, and the remaining teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Remove from heat, and let cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Pour over beans, and toss to combine.
  • Butter a 9-by-13-inch glass or ceramic baking pan. Spread half the green-bean mixture over the bottom. Sprinkle on half the grated Parmesan, and spread with the remaining green beans. Combine the remaining Parmesan and the breadcrumbs, and sprinkle over casserole. Cover with foil, and refrigerate until just before serving.
  • Heat canola oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Toss shallot rings with the remaining 2 tablespoons flour. Fry the shallots in batches, turning frequently, until golden brown. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Place in an airtight container, and set aside until ready to serve.
  • Heat broiler, positioning rack about 8 inches from heat. Cook casserole, covered, until mixture is bubbly and heated through, about 10 minutes. Uncover, and cook until top is golden brown, about 30 seconds. Sprinkle fried shallots over top, and serve immediately.

Xettri Kanxa
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This was a delicious green bean casserole! The fried shallots were a great addition.


Chas Allen
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This was easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Adam pro
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This was a good recipe, but I think I would have liked it better with fresh green beans instead of canned.


Honey Villa-Real
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I'm not a huge fan of green bean casserole, but this recipe was pretty good. The fried shallots were a nice touch.


Isabella Schlough
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I loved the addition of the fried shallots. They added a nice crunch and flavor to the dish.


Sahinur Islam
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This was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I'll definitely be making this again.


francisco munoz
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I'm definitely going to make this again.


NaviFTW
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The green beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. The fried shallots were the perfect finishing touch.


Aahilu Pubgm
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This was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! Everyone loved the crispy shallots and the creamy sauce. I will definitely be making this again next year.


Rehmatullah Facho
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I'm not usually a fan of green bean casserole, but this recipe changed my mind. The fried shallots really make all the difference. They add a nice crunch and a nutty flavor that takes this dish to the next level.


Muna Sagar
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This green bean casserole with fried shallots is a definite keeper! I'm a huge fan of green bean casserole, and this recipe takes it to the next level. The shallots add a nice crispy texture and a delicious flavor that complements the green beans and