Fresh Green Bean Casserole
Fresh Green Bean Casserole is a timeless dish that combines tender, crisp green beans with a creamy mushroom sauce and a crunchy onion topping. Perfect for holidays or family gatherings, this comforting casserole is sure to bring warmth and nostalgia to your table. With its rich flavors and delightful textures, it’s a must-try recipe that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup whole milk (or low-fat/plant-based)
- 1 cup French fried onions, plus extra for topping
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Rinse green beans under cold water, trim ends, and cut into 1-inch pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Gently fold in the green beans until coated with the creamy mixture.
- Transfer to the baking dish and top generously with French fried onions.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Blanching green beans before mixing can enhance their crunchiness. For added flavor, consider using homemade cream of mushroom soup or incorporating sautéed shallots. Refrigerate leftovers for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F.