Green Bean Casserole: A Classic Holiday Side Dish Recipe
Classic Green Bean Casserole is a beloved holiday side dish featuring tender green beans in a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with crispy fried onions for a delightful crunch. Perfect for festive gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole combines simple ingredients and bakes to golden perfection, making it a staple at any holiday meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Green Beans
- 6 cans (14.5 oz each) green beans, french style or cut, drained
Sauce
- 2 cans (10.75 oz each) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
Toppings
- 3 cans (6 oz each) french fried onions (or homemade version)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350˚F (175˚C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature before assembling the casserole.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the drained green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and milk. Stir together thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add Onions: Stir in 1 cup of the french fried onions into the green bean mixture to incorporate some crispy texture inside the casserole.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Pour the green bean mixture evenly into a prepared baking dish, spreading it out uniformly for even cooking.
- Bake Initial: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the casserole to heat through.
- Add Topping: Remove the casserole carefully from the oven and sprinkle the remaining fried onions evenly over the top to create a crunchy topping.
- Final Bake: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes to crisp the fried onion topping to golden perfection.
- Serve: Serve the casserole immediately while hot and bubbly for the best taste and texture.
- Store Leftovers: If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
Notes
- You can add 1/2 cup to 1 cup of cheddar cheese to the green bean mixture for a cheesy twist.
- This dish can be prepared two days in advance, making it convenient for holiday planning.
- For extra flavor, add real bacon bits and sliced canned mushrooms on top of the casserole during the last few minutes of baking.
Keywords: green bean casserole, holiday side dish, cream of mushroom soup, french fried onions, easy holiday recipe
