Best Green Bean Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
377 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Best Green Bean Casserole
Description
Best Green Bean Casserole brings together green beans—fresh blanched or canned—with a creamy mixture of condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, chicken or vegetable broth, finely diced onion, minced garlic, and a blend of thyme, paprika, and black pepper. Cheddar cheese is incorporated into the sauce along with a portion of French fried onions, adding both flavor and crunch. The casserole is placed in a sprayed baking dish and topped with additional shredded cheddar and more French fried onions for a browned, crispy topping.
The homemade French fried onions used in this recipe involve thinly sliced onions soaked in milk or buttermilk, coated in a seasoned flour mixture including garlic powder and red pepper powder, then fried in vegetable oil for a fresh, crispy topping. The casserole bakes at 350°F until heated through and the topping is golden brown.
This dish works well as a classic vegetable side for holiday meals, dinners, or comfort food occasions. The creamy savory sauce balances the tender green beans, while the crispy fried onions provide texture contrast. It pairs nicely with roasted or grilled meats and can be prepared ahead for convenience.
Ingredients
Casserole:
- 16-20 oz Green bean or 2-3 14. 5 oz cans canned green beans, fresh
- 1 10.75 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup see homemade version as well, from can
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or veggie broth
- 1 onion finely diced, small
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme ground
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup French fried onions see below homemade version
Topping:
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 cups French fried onions see below homemade version
Homemade French Fried Onions:
- 3 onion sliced into thin rings, large
- 2 cups milk or buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper powder hot
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
- vegetable oil or canola oil, for frying
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray on a 9x3-inch oven-safe baking dish and set it aside.
Casserole:
- In this category, we will use ingredients from the "Casserole" list. If you are using canned green beans, drain them and set them aside.
- If using fresh green beans, wash them and trim the ends.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil, season with just a sprinkle of salt, and cook fresh green beans in the boiling water for 5-6 minutes, until green beans start to change color to deep green and become slightly tender. Stir occasionally.
- Drain green beans and immediately place them under cold water. Drain cold water and set green beans aside.
- Add cream of mushroom soup to a large bowl. Add milk and chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Add finely diced onion, garlic, thyme, paprika, and ground black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add the green beans, cheddar cheese, and 1 cup of French fried onions to the bowl.
- Stir well to combine, and add the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Level the top with a spatula.
Topping:
- We will use ingredients from the "Topping" list in this category.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese on top of the casserole.
- Distribute 1 cup of French fried onions (reserve the other cup for later) evenly on top of the casserole.
Bake:
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until the cheese melts and the onions start to brown.
- Add the remaining cup of French fried onions and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Serve hot or at room temperature.
Homemade French Fried Onions:
- In this category, we will use ingredients from the "Homemade French Fried Onions" list. If you decide to make your own French fried onions, use this recipe.
- After slicing the onion rings, separate them into individual rings and add them to a large bowl.
- Add 2 cups of milk to the onion rings and let soak for 20 minutes.
- Mix flour, salt, garlic powder, and ground black pepper in a medium bowl. Whisk to combine.
- When ready to cook, add oil to a large, deep skillet over high heat (or deep fryer). If using a skillet, it should be 1/2 full with oil.
- Once the oil is hot, working in batches, add a handful of onion rings to the flour mixture, cover well, and shake any excess. Add the onion rings to the hot oil and fry until golden brown, stirring often.
- Remove the French-fried onions and place them on a baking sheet covered with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Repeat with the remaining onion rings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 377 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 377kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 46mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 854mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 423mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 990IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 9.3mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 407mg | 41% |
| Iron | 3.4mg | 19% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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