Description
Experience the comforting flavors of this classic green bean casserole, featuring fresh green beans, creamy mushroom sauce, and a crunchy topping that brings everyone to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup French fried onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray an oven-safe baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the Green Beans: Wash and trim the fresh green beans. Optionally, blanch in boiling water for 3 minutes for extra tenderness.
- Mix the Creamy Base: In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, whole milk, and garlic powder (if using). Stir until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Add prepared green beans to the bowl and season with salt and pepper. Gently fold until all green beans are coated in the creamy mixture.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top generously with French fried onions.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Serve: Enjoy warm alongside your favorite main dishes or as a stand-alone vegetarian delight!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg