Description
Green bean casserole brings nostalgic comfort to family dinner tables across America. Home cooks can easily prepare this creamy, crispy side dish with simple ingredients and straightforward techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 1/3 cups fried onions
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 1/2 lbs. (about 4 cups) green beans (fresh, frozen, or canned)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C), ensuring an even cooking environment for the casserole.
- Create a harmonious blend by thoroughly mixing green beans with cream of mushroom soup, introducing depth through milk, soy sauce, ground pepper, and garlic powder until ingredients are perfectly integrated.
- Transfer the creamy vegetable mixture into a suitable baking dish, spreading evenly to promote consistent heat distribution.
- Generously crown the surface with a layer of crispy fried onions, which will provide a delightful crunchy texture.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes, watching for the telltale bubbling that signals the dish is heating through.
- Remove the casserole and enhance its appeal by sprinkling additional fried onions and optional cheddar cheese across the top.
- Return to the oven for a final 5-10 minutes, allowing the topping to transform into a golden, appetizing crust that signals the dish is ready to serve.
Notes
- Swap green beans for mixed vegetables to create a more colorful and nutritious casserole that appeals to picky eaters.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium cream of mushroom soup and replacing soy sauce with herb-infused broth for a lighter version.
- Make it gluten-free by selecting gluten-free cream of mushroom soup and using certified gluten-free fried onions to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Enhance the dish’s protein content by mixing in cooked diced chicken or crumbled bacon for a heartier meal that satisfies larger appetites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg