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Hamburger Green Bean Casserole with Mushrooms Recipe

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This Hamburger Green Bean Casserole with Mushrooms is a comforting, savory dish featuring ground beef, fresh green beans, sautéed mushrooms, and onions all combined in a creamy, cheesy sauce. It’s a quick and easy skillet recipe perfect for weeknight dinners, offering a delicious twist on the classic green bean casserole by adding hearty ground beef and flavorful seasonings.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend
  • 2 cups green beans trimmed (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 1 cup diced onion (yellow or white)
  • 1 cup sliced button or baby bella mushrooms
  • 3 tsp minced fresh garlic
  • ¼ cup low-sodium beef or chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup full-fat sour cream
  • 2 Tbsp cream cheese (room temperature)
  • ½ tsp sea salt (or to taste)
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • ⅛ tsp dried thyme
  • 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese (use 1 cup for lighter version)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it up frequently, until no pink remains. Drain excess liquid, reserving 1 tablespoon of fat in the pan, then set the beef aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the reserved beef fat, cook the diced onion for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for another 2 minutes until they begin to caramelize and soften.
  3. Add Beans & Seasonings: Stir in the trimmed green beans, minced garlic, and broth. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the beans turn bright green and remain crisp-tender.
  4. Create Creamy Base: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the cream cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Blend in the sour cream to create a creamy sauce coating the vegetables.
  5. Combine & Season: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Add the sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Stir gently to combine everything evenly.
  6. Cheese Topping: Evenly sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese over the surface of the mixture in the skillet.
  7. Melt & Serve: For option A, place the skillet under a broiler for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly. For option B, cover the skillet and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 minutes until the cheese melts. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Flavor boost: Don’t skip reserving the tablespoon of beef fat; it adds depth to the vegetable flavors.
  • Dairy care: Keep heat at medium-low when adding sour cream and cream cheese to avoid curdling.
  • Make-ahead: Prepare through Step 5, let cool, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours; finish with cheese and reheating when ready to serve.
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days; reheat in microwave or 350°F oven.
  • Variations: Swap Colby Jack cheese for sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack. Coconut aminos or tamari can substitute Worcestershire sauce. Use only 1 cup of cheese for a lighter version.
  • Serving ideas: Enjoy as is, with a side salad, or served over cauliflower rice to add volume without extra carbs.

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