Description
A classic green bean casserole that combines creamy textures with crunchy toppings, perfect for holidays or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup or cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 cup fried onions, divided
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water to halt the cooking process.
- Combine the cream of mushroom or chicken soup with milk in a large mixing bowl, stirring to create a smooth mixture.
- Add the blanched green beans to the soup mixture along with half of the fried onions and optional cheddar cheese. Stir gently to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with remaining fried onions for added crunch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until heated through and bubbly. For an extra crispy topping, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes, monitoring closely to prevent burning.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the green beans. Fresh mushrooms can enhance flavor if sautéed beforehand.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: casserole, green beans, holiday recipe, vegetarian