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Easy Green Bean Casserole

A quick and creamy green bean casserole topped with crispy fried onions, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh green beans (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces) OR 2 cans (14.5 oz each) canned green beans (drained) OR 16 oz frozen green beans (thawed briefly)
  • 1 can (10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup) (Optional: Substitute half with cream of chicken or cream of celery soup)
  • 1 cup crispy fried onions (divided)
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (or to taste)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp water (to thin the sauce if desired)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare green beans by trimming fresh beans or draining canned beans or thawing frozen beans.
  3. Blanch fresh or frozen beans in boiling water for 3 to 4 minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water (optional).
  4. In a large bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup with 1/2 cup shredded cheese, 1/2 cup fried onions, Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper. Stir in water if needed to thin out the sauce.
  5. Add prepared green beans to the bowl and stir gently to coat.
  6. Pour the mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Sprinkle remaining fried onions and shredded cheese on top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  9. Add extra fried onions on top after the first bake for added crunch if desired.
  10. Return to oven for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and onions are golden brown.
  11. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can make this casserole ahead of time and reheat when needed. Add the crispy onions just before final baking to retain their crunch.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Green Bean Casserole, Comfort Food, Easy Side Dish