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Southern-Style Green Bean Casserole

A comforting and easy-to-make casserole featuring fresh green beans, creamy mushroom soup, and crispy onions, ideal for family gatherings and holiday meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups fresh green beans, trimmed and cut (or frozen/thawed or drained canned green beans) Fresh beans are preferred for flavor.
  • 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup (≈10.5 oz)
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Salt and black pepper To taste.
Topping
  • crispy fried onions Sprinkle generously on top before baking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 175 °C (≈350 °F).
  2. If using fresh green beans, blanch them in boiling water for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp, then drain. If using canned or frozen beans, make sure they are drained or thawed.
  3. In a mixing bowl, stir together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Add the green beans to the bowl and mix until the beans are evenly coated with the soup mixture.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
  6. Sprinkle a generous layer of crispy fried onions on top.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly, and the onions are golden brown.
  2. Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

To store leftovers, let the casserole cool completely. Place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze it for longer storage. Reheat properly in the oven or microwave before serving again. Use fresh beans for the best flavor, and consider adding grated cheese or cooked bacon for extra taste.