Green Bean Casserole

🕒 Prep: 15 min
🔥 Cook: 30 min
🍽 Serves: 8
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Green Bean Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, blending tender green beans with creamy mushroom sauce and a crunchy onion topping. It's perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy family dinner, bringing together familiar flavors with a twist of homemade charm.

Ingredients for Green Bean Casserole

Fresh green beans are the star of the dish, offering a fresh, slightly crunchy texture that canned beans just can’t match. The cream of mushroom soup is a classic base that provides a creamy, savory backdrop, while whole milk ensures a smooth consistency. Ground black pepper and salt season the dish just right, and garlic powder and onion powder add depth of flavor. Shredded cheddar cheese melts into the casserole, providing a tangy, gooey layer of goodness. Finally, crispy fried onions bring that irresistible crunch on top.

Tips & Tricks

  • Blanching the green beans keeps them vibrant and crisp even after baking.
  • Use freshly grated cheddar for better melting and flavor.
  • For a thicker sauce, reduce the milk slightly.

Serving Suggestions

This casserole pairs beautifully with roasted turkey or ham. For a vegetarian meal, serve it alongside a hearty grain salad or crusty bread. A crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc complements the creamy flavors perfectly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen green beans?
Yes, just make sure to thaw and drain them well before using.
How can I make this casserole ahead of time?
Assemble the casserole up to the baking step, cover, and refrigerate. Bake just before serving, adding a few extra minutes if needed.

Green Bean Casserole Recipe Walkthrough

First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get things going. While the oven heats, bring a pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, toss in the green beans and blanch them for about 3-4 minutes. You’re looking for them to be bright green and slightly tender. Drain them well and set them aside for now.

In a large mixing bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until everything is well combined and smooth. Now, fold in your blanched green beans and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.

Next, pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top. Pop this into your preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes. You want the cheese to melt and the top to start bubbling.

After 25 minutes, remove the dish from the oven and evenly spread the crispy fried onions on top. Put it back in the oven for another 5 minutes, just until those onions are golden brown and the cheese is perfectly bubbly. Let it cool slightly before serving so it sets up nicely.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Uses fresh green beans for a crisp, vibrant bite.
  • Rich and creamy with a hint of cheddar cheese.
  • Easy to prepare and perfect for feeding a crowd.
  • Crispy fried onions add texture and depth.

Ingredients

1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1 cup whole milk
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups crispy fried onions

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until smooth.
4. Stir in the blanched green beans and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
5. Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
6. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
8. Remove the casserole from the oven and evenly spread the crispy fried onions over the top.
9. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Let cool slightly before serving.

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