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Fresh Green Bean Casserole

What you Need

1 pound fresh green beans (cut or snap ends off and make ~2 inch lengths)

1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter, halved

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup milk

1 teaspooon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons flour

2 cups fried onions

½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated, for garish, if desired

What to Do

Place four tablespoons butter, onion, garlic and mushrooms in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sauté until vegetables are tender, ~8 minutes, stirring often; transfer the mixture to a large bowl.

In same skillet, on medium-high heat, place remaining four tablespoons butter and flour, whisk ~2 minutes; stir in cream, milk, salt, and pepper; whisk ~5 minutes until mixture thickens; add sauce to the bowl; stir.

Preheat oven to 350°F. Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add green beans and boil 7 minutes; drain.

Add green beans and ¾ of the fried onions to the bowl and stir well; transfer all to a casserole or other baking dish; bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes, or until center is bubbly.