A New Green Bean Casserole

Green bean casserole takes on an Italian-inspired twist with the addition of onions caramelized in balsamic vinegar and a Parmesan cheese topping. Serve at Thanksgiving or for a special occasion.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
• Calories: 97 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 4 cups sliced onions
• ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, or more if needed
• 1 ½ pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
• halved grape tomatoes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 35 minutes.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook green beans at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 5 to 10 minutes; drain and transfer to a 9x13-inch dish.

Step 4

Cook and stir onions, vinegar, garlic, sugar, basil, and oregano in a skillet over medium heat until onions are softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until onions are very tender and dark brown, 15 to 20 minutes more.

Step 5

Spread onion mixture over green beans and top with Parmesan cheese. Arrange tomatoes, cut sides down, atop Parmesan cheese layer.