Description
Green bean casserole delights dinner guests with classic comfort and creamy texture. Crispy fried onions and rich mushroom sauce make this side dish irresistible for you at holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 4 cups green beans (choose from: 2 cans, one 16 ounces package frozen, or 1.5 pounds fresh)
Sauce and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Topping:
- 1 1/3 cups crispy French fried onions, divided
Instructions
- Prepare the 9×9 casserole dish by generously spraying with cooking spray to ensure easy food release.
- Process green beans: for fresh, wash and trim, then blanch in boiling water for 2 minutes. If using canned, thoroughly drain in a colander.
- Create a smooth sauce by whisking cream of mushroom soup with milk until completely integrated, then incorporate soy sauce for enhanced depth of flavor.
- Fold prepared green beans into the creamy mixture, adding 2/3 of the crispy onions and seasoning with ground pepper. Ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Carefully transfer the bean mixture into the greased casserole dish, spreading uniformly to create an even layer.
- Cooking options: Air fryer method – bake at 350F for 10 minutes, stir contents, top with remaining onions, then cook additional 2 minutes. Conventional oven – bake at 350F for 25 minutes, stir, add remaining onions, and continue baking for 5 more minutes until golden and crispy on top.
Notes
- Customize Bean Texture Blanch fresh green beans briefly to maintain their crisp texture and vibrant green color, preventing them from becoming mushy during baking.
- Enhance Flavor Depth Add a splash of white wine or a sprinkle of fresh thyme to the creamy sauce for an unexpected, sophisticated taste that elevates the classic casserole.
- Dietary Adaptations Swap cream of mushroom soup with a homemade cashew cream or gluten-free alternative for dairy-free and vegan versions, ensuring everyone can enjoy this comforting dish.
- Crispy Topping Trick Toast the onion topping separately in a skillet before adding to prevent sogginess and create an extra crunchy, golden-brown layer that adds irresistible texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg