Description
Green bean casserole delivers a nostalgic American side dish that balances crispy and creamy textures. Crisp onion straws and tender green beans mingle with rich mushroom sauce, creating a comforting holiday classic you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) fresh or frozen green beans, trimmed
- 1 can (10.5 ounces/298 grams) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 1/2 cups (360 milliliters/12 ounces) crispy fried onions
- 1/4 cup (60 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) milk
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Finishing Touches:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C), ensuring a ready cooking environment.
- Blanch green beans in rapidly boiling water for 4-5 minutes until achieving a vibrant, tender-crisp texture. Carefully drain and set aside.
- Create a creamy sauce base by whisking condensed mushroom soup, milk, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing bowl until smooth and well-combined.
- Gently fold the cooked green beans and one portion of crispy fried onions into the sauce, ensuring thorough and even coating.
- Transfer the vegetable mixture to a thoroughly greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading evenly for consistent cooking.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to bubble.
- Remove from oven and strategically distribute remaining crispy fried onions and optional shredded cheddar cheese across the surface.
- Return to oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, watching carefully until onions transform into a golden, crispy topping.
- Allow the casserole to rest and settle for a few minutes before serving, which helps stabilize the dish and enhance flavor melding.
Notes
- Customize the casserole by using fresh green beans for a vibrant, crisp texture that elevates the entire dish.
- Swap traditional cream of mushroom soup with a homemade version or dairy-free alternative to accommodate different dietary needs.
- For a lower-sodium option, use low-sodium soy sauce and reduced-sodium cream of mushroom soup to control salt intake.
- Add crumbled bacon or sliced almonds on top for extra crunch and depth of flavor, creating a more complex and exciting side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg