Name: Lightened Up Fresh Green Bean Casserole
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 to 6 generously
Ingredients: 2 pounds fresh trimmed green beans, (snapped in half); 1 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large sweet onion, (very thinly sliced); 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 16 ounces cremini mushrooms, (chopped); 3 garlic cloves, (minced or pressed); 2 tablespoons flour; 1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken stock; 1 cup low-fat half and half; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 2 tablespoons freshly gated parmigiano reggiano cheese; 1/2 cup whole wheat panko bread crumbs; 1/4 teaspoon thyme; 1/4 teaspoon oregano