Never-Enough Green Bean Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup fried onions

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 3 minutes.
3. Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Slowly add the chicken broth and cream, whisking until smooth. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
4. Add the green beans and Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until combined.
5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 baking dish and top with the fried onions.
6. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the green beans are tender and the sauce is bubbling.

Interesting Facts

• Green bean casserole was invented in the 1950s by the Campbell Soup Company.
• It has become a popular dish served around the holidays.
• The fried onions are a key ingredient in the casserole and are what sets it apart from other vegetable dishes.