Make the best cheesy green bean casserole ever with this elevated take on a classic recipe! Loaded with fresh green beans and a homemade cheese sauce, this dish will become a family favorite for holidays and cozy meals.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time45 minutesmins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesy green beans, green bean casserole recipe with cheese, green bean casserole with cheese, green bean casserole without mushroom soup
Fill a medium mixing bowl with ice water. Set aside.
Preheat oven to 350F.
In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups of water to a boil.
Add green beans, and reduce heat to medium-high.
5 cups green beans
Cook green beans for 5 minutes, and then using a slotted spoon, transfer them to the bowl of ice water.
After 3 minutes, drain the green beans from the ice water and set aside.
In a medium heavy-bottomed oven-safe saucepan, combine butter, olive oil, and garlic over medium heat. Stir until garlic is starting to soften (~3 minutes).