Description
A comforting and creamy green bean casserole topped with crispy onions, perfect for any family gathering or cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup French fried onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder or thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add the green beans and blanch for about 5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
- Whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk in a mixing bowl until smooth. Stir in the cheddar cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the green beans and sauce mixture in a baking dish.
- Top with half the French fried onions, then layer on the remaining onions.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve.
Notes
Pairs well with roasted turkey, glazed ham, or grilled chicken. Leftovers can be stored for 3-4 days in the fridge or frozen for later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: green bean casserole, comfort food, holiday recipe, vegetarian dish, family dinner