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Best Green Bean Casserole

Best Green Bean Casserole: 5-Ingredient Creamy Recipe for Cozy Dinners

  • Author: Ryder Jameson
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Best Green Bean Casserole is the ultimate cozy side dish, featuring bright, crisp-tender green beans smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce, melted cheddar, and a generous layer of crispy fried onions. This 5-ingredient recipe delivers rich, comforting flavor with pantry-friendly staples, making it perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or weeknight dinners. Baked until bubbly and golden, it pairs beautifully with roasted poultry or ham and never fails to please a crowd. Leftovers reheat nicely.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb fresh green beans (trimmed and cut in half)
  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup crispy fried onions (halal-certified or homemade)
  • 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Steam or boil green beans for about 5–6 minutes until tender-crisp, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, sour cream, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  4. Stir in the green beans and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Top with extra cheese, crispy fried onions, and butter pieces.
  7. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown on top.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Can be made ahead and refrigerated; bake longer or cover to reheat.
  • Substitute dairy-free milk and a plant-based cream of mushroom soup for a vegan option.
  • For extra crunch, add a tablespoon of breadcrumbs with the onions.
  • Ensure onion topping is halal-certified if needed.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg

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