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Cheddar Bay Green Bean Casserole Recipe Easy Homemade Side Dish

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A comforting and flavorful green bean casserole inspired by cheddar bay biscuits, featuring sharp cheddar cheese, garlic, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and blanched
  • 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk or 2% milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and trim 1.5 pounds of fresh green beans. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until bright green and just tender. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking, then drain well.
  2. In the same pot, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add minced fresh garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Whisk in 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups whole milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Remove from heat once the cheese is melted and smooth.
  6. Add the blanched green beans to the cheese sauce and stir gently to coat evenly.
  7. In a small bowl, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Mix in 1 cup panko breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese until the crumbs are evenly coated.
  8. Transfer the cheesy green bean mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb topping over the green beans.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole for 20-25 minutes until bubbly around the edges and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
  10. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

If the topping browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking to prevent burning. Drain green beans well after blanching to avoid watery casserole. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour and panko with gluten-free alternatives. Butter is essential for a crispy topping; do not skip it. Reheat leftovers in the oven to keep topping crunchy.

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