Green Bean Casserole – A Classic Holiday Favorite with a Crispy Twist
Green Bean Casserole the ultimate creamy holiday side topped with crispy fried onions and full of savory comfort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 cups green beans (canned or fresh)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp soy sauce (optional, for umami flavor)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup crispy fried onions, divided
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for extra richness)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine soup, milk, soy sauce, pepper, and half of the fried onions.
3. Add green beans and stir gently to coat.
4. Pour into a greased 2-quart baking dish.
5. Bake for 25 minutes.
6. Sprinkle remaining fried onions and cheese if using on top.
7. Bake another 5–10 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
8. Let stand 5 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
Use fresh beans: Blanch them 4 minutes for extra crunch.
Add cheese: A sprinkle of cheddar makes it richer and more indulgent.
For extra flavor: Stir in sautéed mushrooms or a pinch of garlic powder.
Make-ahead: Assemble ahead, refrigerate, and bake before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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