Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Fried Shallots

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serves 8
Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1 (8-ounce) package cremini mushrooms, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
• 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
• 2 cups freshly grated white cheddar cheese, divided
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup Panko*

For the Crispy Fried Shallots

• 2 cups canola oil
• 4 shallots, thinly sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rings
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour​

Preparation​

1. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium high heat until it registers 325 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer.
2. Working in batches, dredge shallots in flour, separating the rings and coating them thoroughly; shake off excess flour.
3. Add shallots to the skillet, a handful at a time, and cook, stirring constantly, until evenly golden and crispy, about 2-4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
5. Melt butter in a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and mushrooms, and cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender and browned, about 5 minutes.
6. Stir in garlic, thyme and flour, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
7. Stir in chicken stock, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 4-5 minutes.
8. Str in green beans, and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, about 5-6 minutes.
9. Remove from heat; stir in 1 cup white cheddar cheese and heavy cream until smooth, about 1-2 minutes; season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with remaining 1 cup white cheddar cheese, Panko and shallots.
10. Place into oven and bake until golden brown and bubbly, about 25-30 minutes.
11. Serve immediately.

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