Verde Elegante Medley: A Vegan Green Bean Casserole Fit for Royalty
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Introducing the Verde Elegante Medley, a vegan masterpiece that reinvents the classic green bean casserole. Vibrant green beans, savory mushrooms, and a creamy sauce, crowned with crispy fried onions, create a symphony of flavors and textures – an exquisite side dish, perfect for any occasion. Step aside, ordinary casseroles!
Ingredients:
1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed*
1 cup sliced mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup crispy fried onions (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions:
Preheat: Ignite your oven to 350°F (175°C), setting the stage for culinary magic.
Blanch the Green Jewels: Summon a pot of boiling water, add a pinch of salt, and plunge the green beans for 2-3 minutes. Immediately transport them to an icy bath, preserving their emerald hue. Drain and set them aside, waiting for their grand re-entrance.
Mushroom Symphony: In a spacious skillet, orchestrate a sauté of mushrooms and garlic bathed in olive oil until they soften. Sprinkle flour over this harmonious blend, stirring with unwavering dedication.
Creamy Embrace: Gradually whisk in vegetable broth and almond milk, creating a smooth and silky sauce. Simmer until it thickens, patiently allowing the flavors to meld and mingle.
Seasoning and Unity: Season the mushroom sauce with salt and pepper, ensuring its perfection. Then, introduce the blanched green beans, gently coating them in the creamy embrace.
The Stage Awaits: Transfer the green bean ensemble to a greased casserole dish, arranging them evenly like actors poised for their grand entrance.
Crunchy Coronation: Bestow upon the green bean medley a generous sprinkling of crispy fried onions, forming a delightful crown of golden crunch.
Grand Transformation: Place the casserole dish within the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for 20-25 minutes. Watch as the edges bubble and the top transforms to a golden brown, signifying the dish's readiness.
A Warm Welcome: Remove the Verde Elegante Medley from the oven, allowing it to rest for a few moments before unveiling its full glory. Serve this luxurious vegan creation as a centerpiece of your feast, ready to be savored and admired.
Go forth and experience the Verde Elegante Medley, a vegan green bean casserole that transcends the ordinary and delivers an unforgettable culinary experience.
*Note: Feel free to substitute frozen green beans!
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I will most definitely be making this and enjoying your subtitles as I do.