Best 3 Favorite Green Bean Casserole Recipes

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**A Thanksgiving Feast Staple: Green Bean Casserole Recipes**

Green bean casserole is a classic side dish that is often served at Thanksgiving dinner. While the traditional recipe is delicious, there are many variations that can be made to suit different tastes. This article offers a collection of green bean casserole recipes, from the classic to the creative. Whether you're looking for a simple dish to bring to a potluck or a more elaborate casserole to impress your guests, you're sure to find a recipe here that you'll love.

The classic green bean casserole recipe is made with canned green beans, cream of mushroom soup, milk, and French's fried onions. This recipe is simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. However, there are many ways to customize this dish. For example, you can use fresh green beans instead of canned beans, or you can add other vegetables such as corn, peas, or carrots. You can also use different types of soup, such as cream of celery or cream of chicken, or you can make your own homemade cream sauce. And finally, you can top the casserole with different types of crunchy toppings, such as bread crumbs, crushed potato chips, or crispy bacon.

The recipes in this article offer a variety of takes on the classic green bean casserole. Some recipes are simple and easy to make, while others are more complex and time-consuming. But no matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to end up with a delicious and satisfying dish that will be a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MY FAVORITE GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE



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This recipe has been in my family for as long as I can remember. We only got to have it at holidays. Now, I use it for a special go-to side dish all year long. It's made from scratch but so easy there's no reason not to.

Provided by RiverChef

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Green Bean Casserole Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup diced onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 cup diced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup sour cream
2 (14.5 ounce) cans French-style green beans, drained
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup crushed buttery round crackers
¼ cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the onions, parsley, and mushrooms in the melted butter until the onions are translucent and the mushrooms are giving off their juices, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the flour, salt, pepper, and lemon juice; cook until the flour is slightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir the sour cream into the mixture. Mix the green beans into the mixture. Pour the green bean mixture into a 9-inch square baking dish. Sprinkle the Cheddar cheese over the mixture. Stir the crackers and melted butter together in a small bowl until evenly mixed; spread evenly over the Cheddar cheese layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and brown, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 36.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 1397.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

FAVORITE GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE



Favorite Green Bean Casserole image

Frozen green beans, colorful pimentos and French-fried onions are baked to tender perfection in this wonderful, easy to make casserole.

Provided by Christine

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Green Bean Casserole Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (16 ounce) packages frozen cut green beans
1 cup water
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento peppers, drained
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (2.8 ounce) can French-fried onions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, place the green beans in water, and bring to a boil. Cover, and cook 6 minutes, until tender. Remove from heat, and drain.
  • In an 8x8 inch baking dish, mix together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, pimentos, and pepper. Stir in the green beans. Sprinkle with French-fried onions.
  • Bake, uncovered, 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until the casserole is hot and bubbly in the center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 1.2 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 339.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

DAD'S FAVORITE GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE



Dad's Favorite Green Bean Casserole image

I've made a few small changes to the original recipe, and it's my husband's favorite. No holiday is complete without it. He likes to take the leftovers to work for lunch :)

Provided by Tam D

Categories     Side Casseroles

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lg can(s) cream of mushroom soup (26 oz)
1 c milk*
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp pepper
2 lb frozen green beans, thawed
3 c french fried onions

Steps:

  • 1. In a large mixing bowl combine the soup, milk, soy sauce, and pepper with a whisk, until smooth.
  • 2. Stir in half the french fried onions and the thawed green beans until everything is well combined.
  • 3. Pour the mixture into a 3 qt. casserole dish, that has been prepared with food release spray.
  • 4. Bake covered at 350* for 30 minutes. Remove cover, stir the casserole. Return to the oven and continue baking, uncovered, another 30 minutes, or so, until the casserole is bubbling in the middle.
  • 5. Sprinkle with remaining onions. Bake 10 more minutes, until onions are browned.
  • 6. NOTES: You can use cut or french style green beans. My husband likes more bite, so I use cut. Sometimes I use the cheesy french fried onions to stir in, then garnish with the original flavor. For extra color and flavor, stir pimientos into the green bean mixture before baking. This is also a great way to brighten up leftovers. With leftovers, reheat with mushrooms and cooked wild rice for a delicious meat-free meal. *We're dairy intolerant, so I substitute an equal amount of rice or soy milk

Tips:

  • Use fresh green beans: Fresh green beans have a better flavor and texture than canned or frozen green beans. If you can't find fresh green beans, frozen green beans are a good alternative.
  • Don't overcook the green beans: Green beans should be cooked until they are tender-crisp. Overcooked green beans are mushy and flavorless.
  • Use a good quality cream of mushroom soup: The cream of mushroom soup is a key ingredient in this casserole. Use a good quality soup that has a rich, creamy flavor.
  • Add some cheese: Cheese is a great addition to this casserole. You can use cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, or a combination of both.
  • Top with crispy onions: Crispy onions add a nice crunch to this casserole. You can use store-bought crispy onions or make your own.

Conclusion:

Green bean casserole is a classic holiday dish that is loved by people of all ages. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your green bean casserole creamy, cheesy, or crunchy, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious side dish, give green bean casserole a try.

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