Description
Green Bean Casserole makes dinnertime magic happen with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Creamy, crispy, and packed with cheesy goodness, this classic side dish delivers comfort straight from your kitchen to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Produce:
- 4 cups green beans
- 2 cloves garlic
Supporting Ingredients:
- 10.75 ounces condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
Dairy and Toppings:
- 2–3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 10 ounces cheddar-flavored French fried onions
Instructions
- Prepare your oven by heating it to 350°F and grab a large mixing bowl for combining ingredients.
- Drain and chop 4 cups of green beans, then mix them thoroughly with 10.75 oz cream of mushroom soup and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 2 teaspoons onion powder to the green bean mixture, stirring until everything is evenly distributed.
- Transfer the entire mixture into a 9×13-inch casserole dish, spreading it smoothly across the bottom.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1-2 cups of cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole to create an even layer.
- Slide the uncovered dish into the preheated 350°F oven and bake for 30 minutes until the casserole becomes hot and starts bubbling.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and generously scatter 10 oz of cheddar-flavored French Fried onions across the surface.
- Return the dish to the 350°F oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, watching carefully until the onion topping turns golden brown.
- Pull the casserole out of the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving the hot, cheesy dish.
Notes
- Fresh green beans work best, but frozen can be used if thawed and well-drained to prevent excess moisture.
- For a lighter version, swap full-fat cream of mushroom soup with low-fat or homemade mushroom sauce.
- Add crispy bacon bits or diced ham for extra protein and a savory flavor boost.
- When choosing cheese, sharp cheddar provides more flavor depth compared to mild varieties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 870 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg