Description
This cashew cream green bean casserole is a lighter, dairy-free holiday recipe that supports midlife wellness.
Ingredients
1 lb. fresh green beans, trimmed
1 cup raw cashews, soaked for 3-4 hours
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Crispy baked onions, for toppings
Instructions
1. Prep the cashew cream: Drain soaked cashews and blend with almond milk, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper until silky smooth.
2. Cook the veggies: In a skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and mushrooms in olive oil until golden.
3. Combine: Add green beans and cashew cream to the skillet. Stir until beans are coated in creamy goodness.
4. Bake: Transfer to a casserole dish, top with crispy onions, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.
5. Serve golden, bubbling, and holiday-ready.