fresh green bean casserole

How To Make fresh green bean casserole

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  Step 1
  I buy fresh frozen blanched green beans and put them in the microwave for 8 minutes in a deep bowl to thaw. If desired, cut beans into thirds once thawed. If buying fresh green beans, trim the ends and submerge them in boiling water for 3 - 4 minutes.
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  Step 2
  Remove fresh green beans from the boiling water and submerge them in ice water. Once cooled, drain and set aside.
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  Step 3
  Rough chop 1/2 onion and 4 slices of thick bacon and brown in a large skillet.
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  Step 4
  While that is browning, slice mushrooms and grate Parmesan.
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  Step 5
  Mix the topping ingredients - bacon, Parmesan, and Panko. Set aside. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
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  Step 6
  Add more bacon fat, olive oil, or butter to the bacon and onions if needed.
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  Step 7
  When bacon and onions are browned, add 1/2 cup of flour to make a paste. Add Mrs. Dash and granulated garlic. Let this roux cook for a few minutes.
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  Step 8
  Slowly pour in turkey/chicken stock and milk.
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  Step 9
  Stir to remove all lumps.
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  Step 10
  Now add mushrooms and 1 cup of Parmesan to the sauce.
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  Step 11
  Fold in blanched green beans.
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  Step 12
  Spray a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick spray and pour bean mixture into it. Pat down the mixture as well as possible. Now top with raw bacon/Panko/Parmesan toppings. Spray with oil. Bake in a 375 degree F oven uncovered for 35 minutes.
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  Step 13
  Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with slivered almonds. You could also put the slivered almonds in the dish. Just add to the pan with the green beans and sauce.
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