Ultimate Green Bean Casserole
Experience the nostalgia of ultimate green bean casserole, a creamy and savory dish topped with crispy fried onions. Perfect for holidays or family dinners, this easy recipe combines fresh green beans with a luscious mushroom sauce, creating a comforting side that will impress at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- 2 cups French fried onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash and trim fresh green beans; blanch in boiling water for 2 minutes if desired.
- In a large bowl, mix green beans with cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top generously with French fried onions.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in sautéed mushrooms or cooked bacon bits. You can substitute green beans with asparagus or broccoli for a twist on the classic recipe.