Green Bean Casserole
Classic green bean casserole made with tender green beans, creamy mushroom sauce, and a crispy fried onion topping. A comforting side dish perfect for holidays or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs fresh or frozen green beans, trimmed and cut
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or homemade)
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp soy sauce (optional)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups French fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- If using fresh green beans, blanch for 5 minutes, then drain. If frozen, thaw and drain.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, soy sauce, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir in green beans and half the fried onions.
- Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Top with remaining fried onions and bake for 5 more minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Fresh green beans give the best texture, but canned or frozen work too.
- Add sautéed mushrooms, bacon, or cheddar for variations.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free soup, milk, and onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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