You will love this lightened-up green bean casserole, especially if you are not a fan of the creamy canned soups that are typically used to make the traditional variations of this dish. this lightened-up green bean casserole uses fresh shallots and mushrooms, sauted and then brought together with flavorful beef broth. instead of using canned soups, this dish is made creamy with the addition of cream cheese to the pan sauce. the sauce is poured over fresh blanched green beans, and then topped with a flavorful crispy topping made with more crispy shallots, panko breadcrumbs, and butter. one bite of this lightened-up variation, and you wont miss your old green bean casserole