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Green Bean Casserole Recipe

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A classic Green Bean Casserole featuring tender green beans baked in a creamy mushroom soup sauce, topped with crispy French-fried onions for the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy textures. This easy and comforting side dish is perfect for holiday meals or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup milk

Seasonings and Toppings

  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 can (6 oz) French-fried onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking your casserole.
  2. Prepare Green Beans: Trim the fresh green beans and parboil them by boiling in water for 5 minutes. This softens them slightly while retaining crunch. After boiling, drain the beans well.
  3. Mix Ingredients: In a baking dish, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, and soy sauce until smooth. Add in the parboiled green beans and half of the French-fried onions, folding them gently into the mixture.
  4. First Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the mixture to heat through thoroughly.
  5. Add Topping and Final Bake: Remove from oven, sprinkle the remaining French-fried onions evenly over the top, and bake for an additional 5 minutes. This final step crisps up the onion topping, adding a delicious crunchy texture.

Notes

  • For best texture, do not overcook the green beans during parboiling; they should remain slightly crisp.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute milk with half-and-half or cream.
  • You can make this dish ahead of time and refrigerate; just add the French-fried onions and bake before serving.
  • To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free cream of mushroom soup and gluten-free fried onions.

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