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Best Ever Green Bean Casserole Recipe

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This Best Ever Green Bean Casserole offers a creamy, flavorful twist on the classic dish, featuring tender green beans sautéed with onions, mushrooms, and garlic, smothered in a rich mushroom soup and cheese mixture, and topped with crispy fried onions for the perfect crunchy finish. Ideal as a comforting side dish for holiday dinners or everyday meals.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut in half
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, chopped
  • 3–5 garlic cloves, minced

Dairy & Canned Goods

  • 2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese (freshly shredded is best)

Oils & Toppings

  • ½ tablespoon avocado oil
  • 3 cups French’s crispy fried onions (divided)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease the inside of a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking and set aside.
  2. Blanch Green Beans: In a large pot, bring enough water to a boil to submerge the green beans. Add the trimmed and halved green beans and boil for 2-3 minutes until just tender-crisp. Drain thoroughly using a colander and set aside.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Using the same pot, heat avocado oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and mushrooms and sauté for 3-5 minutes until the onions become translucent and the mushrooms are tender. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Make Sauce: Stir in the condensed cream of mushroom soup, buttermilk, and chicken broth. Combine well, stirring occasionally, and cook the mixture for 5-8 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the blanched green beans, shredded cheese, and ¾ cup of the crispy fried onions. Mix until everything is well combined.
  6. Bake Casserole: Pour the green bean mixture into the prepared baking dish. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and the casserole is heated through.
  7. Add Topping and Final Bake: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 2 ¼ cups of crispy fried onions evenly on top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes to heat the onions through and crisp them up.
  8. Serve: Optionally, garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. Serve as a delicious side dish and enjoy!

Notes

  • Blanching the green beans briefly ensures they stay tender but retain a slight crunch in the casserole.
  • Using freshly shredded cheese melts better and offers superior flavor compared to pre-shredded varieties.
  • Adjust garlic quantity to taste if you prefer a milder or stronger garlic flavor.
  • This casserole can be prepared in advance and baked before serving. Refrigerate uncovered casserole for up to 24 hours before baking.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • To get extra crispy topping, broil the fried onions for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch carefully to prevent burning.

Keywords: green bean casserole, holiday side dish, creamy green beans, mushroom soup casserole, crispy fried onions

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