Awesomely Ritzy Green Bean Casserole recipe
1 + 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, ends trimmed
8 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons onion, minced
5 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 roasted red pepper, diced
sea or kosher salt and fresh black pepper
1/2 pound mozzarella cheese, cut in small pieces
3/4 sleeve Ritz crackers
1/4 cup Parmesan, grated1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Butter a 2 quart casserole dish or a 9×13 casserole pan.
2. Gently steam the green beans just until tender but still firm. Arrange in pan.
3. Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a medium sauce pan over medium-low heat. Add the onions and sauté until translucent. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
4. Whisk in flour and cook for 2-3 minutes, whisk in milk, bring to a simmer, stir in red peppers and cheese. Turn off heat and stir until cheese is melted.
5. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Taste and re-season if desired.
6. Pour the sauce over top of the green beans. Crush the crackers into crumbs and melt the remaining 4 tablespoons butter, combine along with Parmesan and sprinkle over top of casserole.
7. Bake 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.