Description
Indulge in the comfort of this classic Southern Green Bean Casserole, a must-have for Thanksgiving gatherings. Featuring tender green beans enveloped in a creamy mushroom sauce and topped with crispy fried onions and melted cheddar cheese, this dish offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will bring smiles to your holiday table and create lasting memories with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups French fried onions
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for about 5 minutes until bright green but crisp. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in the blanched green beans and half of the French fried onions until well coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish, top with remaining fried onions and cheddar cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked bacon or garlic powder. - You can substitute canned green beans if time is short; just drain them well.