Green Bean and Mushroom Casserole
This flavorful side dish can be prepared a day ahead, stored in the fridge, then baked just before serving.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
- 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 tsp. salt, divided
- 1 lb. fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 3 Tbsp. dry sherry
- 4 Tbsp. flour
- 3 cups Silk Unsweetened, Original, Light Original or DHA Omega-3 & Calcium
- 2 Tbsp. tamari or soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 10-oz. bags frozen cut green beans, thawed OR 1 1/2 lbs. fresh green beans, cooked until tender
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick spray.
Heat 1/2 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions, season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook until slightly browned and soft, 10-12 minutes. Remove the onions and set aside.
Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in the same saucepan and add the mushrooms. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, until the mushrooms begin to brown and most of the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes. Add the dry sherry and cook for about 1 minute more. Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and cook while stirring over medium heat until the flour browns slightly, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool briefly.
Warm the Silk in a saucepan or microwave. Slowly whisk the warm Silk into the mushrooms, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan. Return the saucepan to the heat and bring the sauce to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, stirring often, for 8-10 minutes until the sauce reaches the consistency of a thick cream soup. Stir in the tamari, the remaining salt and black pepper to taste.
Mix in the green beans and 1/2 cup of the onions. Place in the prepared casserole dish, top with remaining onions and bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes.
Serves 12
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Baking Time: 30 minutes
Level of Difficulty: Moderate
