Ultimate Green Bean Casserole
A creamy and crunchy green bean casserole that embodies American comfort food, perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans cans of green beans, drained Alternatively, use 4 cups of fresh green beans, trimmed and blanched.
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 cup crispy fried onions, divided
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional) Adds creaminess and flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans, cream of mushroom soup, milk, soy sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix gently.
- If using, fold in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour the mixture into a 1.5-quart casserole dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle half of the crispy fried onions over the top.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until the mixture is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining crispy fried onions on top.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until the onions are golden brown.
Serving
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for cream of mushroom soup. For variations, try using asparagus or adding crumbled bacon.