Green Bean Casserole Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 35 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6
🥗 Category: Vegetable
🔑 Keywords: < 60 Mins, Oven
Description:
The old fashioned kind…but unlike most recipes, I highly recommend using fresh green beans and steaming them to crisp-tender before putting them in the casserole. This classic Green Bean Casserole is a comfort food favorite that brings back memories of cozy family dinners. With its creamy sauce, tender green beans, and crispy onion topping, it’s a must-have dish for any holiday table or weeknight meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 can (10.75 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and steamed to crisp-tender
- 2/3 cup French fried onions, divided
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a casserole dish to prevent sticking.
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Mix Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, black pepper, steamed green beans, and 2/3 cup of French fried onions.
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Transfer to Casserole Dish:
- Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
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Bake First Round:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the casserole is completely heated through and bubbly.
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Stir:
- Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and give it a gentle stir to mix everything together.
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Add Onion Topping:
- Sprinkle the remaining French fried onions evenly over the top of the casserole.
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Bake Until Golden:
- Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and crispy.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Serve warm as a delicious side dish to accompany your favorite main course.
- Enjoy the creamy, flavorful goodness of this classic Green Bean Casserole!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 143.5
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5.2g
- Cholesterol: 22.6mg
- Sodium: 457mg
- Carbohydrates: 7.2g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 1.4g
- Protein: 6.8g
This Green Bean Casserole recipe is a wonderful blend of creamy, cheesy, and crunchy textures that will surely delight your taste buds. Perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or just a cozy dinner at home, it’s a timeless classic that never fails to impress. Remember, for the best results, opt for fresh green beans that have been steamed to just the right tenderness. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a comforting and delicious dish that will have everyone asking for seconds! 🌿🧀🥛
