Best 5 Makeover Green Bean Casserole Recipes

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**Makeover Green Bean Casserole: A Classic Dish Gets a Healthy Twist**

Green bean casserole is a classic holiday side dish that is often loaded with unhealthy ingredients like cream of mushroom soup, butter, and fried onions. This makeover recipe lightens up the dish without sacrificing any of its flavor. It uses fresh green beans, a homemade mushroom sauce, and a crispy baked onion topping. The result is a dish that is both delicious and healthy.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Green Bean Casserole with Fresh Green Beans:** This recipe uses fresh green beans instead of canned ones, resulting in a more vibrant and flavorful dish.

2. **Green Bean Casserole with Roasted Mushrooms:** This recipe uses roasted mushrooms instead of canned cream of mushroom soup, creating a more savory and umami-rich sauce.

3. **Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Baked Onions:** This recipe uses crispy baked onions instead of fried onions, reducing the fat content and adding a delicious crunch.

4. **Green Bean Casserole with a Creamy Vegan Sauce:** This recipe uses a creamy vegan sauce made with cashews, nutritional yeast, and vegetable broth, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

5. **Green Bean Casserole with a Gluten-Free Topping:** This recipe uses a gluten-free topping made with almond flour, oats, and butter, making it a great option for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

With these makeover recipes, you can enjoy a delicious and healthy green bean casserole that the whole family will love.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE



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This easy green bean casserole has always been one of my favorite dishes. You can make it before any guests arrive and refrigerate it until it's ready to bake. -Anna Baker, Blaine, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen green beans, cooked and drained
1 can (6 ounces) french-fried onions, divided

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine soup, milk, soy sauce and pepper. Gently stir in beans. Spoon half of the mixture into a 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the onions. Spoon remaining bean mixture over the top. Sprinkle with remaining onions., Bake at 350° until heated through and onions are brown and crispy, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CLASSIC GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE



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Tender green beans are tossed in a delicious creamy sauce, cheese, crispy onions, and baked with even more crispy onions until hot and bubbly.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Casserole     Side Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups frozen cut green bean (defrosted)
10 ½ ounces cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon soy sauce
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste)
1 ½ cups crispy fried onions (divided)
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded, optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • If using fresh or frozen green beans, boil just until tender crisp.
  • Combine soup, green beans, milk, soy sauce, pepper, salt, 1 cup of crispy onions, and cheese (if using) in a casserole dish.
  • Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and stir. Top with remaining onions and return to oven for an additional 10 minutes or until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 422 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ULTIMATE GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE (FROM SCRATCH)



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Featured in magazines across the web and consistently rated THE BEST green bean casserole EVER!

Provided by Kimberly Killebrew

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 slices thick-cut bacon (, diced)
1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic (, minced)
12 ounces fresh button or cremini mushrooms (, chopped)
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup half-and-half
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound fresh green beans (, trimmed, halved, and blanched (boil 5 minutes, place beans in ice water for a couple of minutes, drain))
1 can quality French fried onions
or gluten free French fried onions

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Fry the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy. Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and garlic and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the mushrooms are soft. Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
  • Melt the butter in the same skillet and whisk in the flour. Once combined, continue whisking for another 2 minutes until the mixture has slightly deepened in color. Add the half-and-half and chicken broth while constantly whisking to prevent lumps. Once slightly thickened, add the cheese and whisk until melted and combined.
  • Next add the mushroom/bacon mixture along with the salt and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for a couple of minutes, then add the green beans. Stir to combine.
  • Pour the bean mixture into a 9x13 casserole dish and sprinkle the French fried onions all over the top. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes until bubbling and the onions are golden and crispy. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Sodium 752 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEST EVER GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE



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Go fresh with Alton Brown's Best-Ever Green Bean Casserole recipe from Good Eats on Food Network. Onions tossed in panko breadcrumbs provide a crunchy topping.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 medium onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Nonstick cooking spray
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 pound fresh green beans, rinsed, trimmed and halved
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 ounces mushrooms, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup half-and-half

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F.
  • Combine the onions, flour, panko and salt in a large mixing bowl and toss to combine. Coat a sheet pan with nonstick cooking spray and evenly spread the onions on the pan. Place the pan on the middle rack of the oven and bake until golden brown, approximately 30 minutes. Toss the onions 2 to 3 times during cooking. Once done, remove from the oven and set aside until ready to use. Turn the oven down to 400 degrees F.
  • While the onions are cooking, prepare the beans. Bring a gallon of water and 2 tablespoons of salt to a boil in an 8-quart saucepan. Add the beans and blanch for 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately plunge the beans into a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a 12-inch cast iron skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms begin to give up some of their liquid, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and nutmeg and continue to cook for another 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute. Add the broth and simmer for 1 minute. Decrease the heat to medium-low and add the half-and-half. Cook until the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in 1/4 of the onions and all of the green beans. Top with the remaining onions. Place into the oven and bake until bubbly, approximately 15 minutes. Remove and serve immediately.

MAKEOVER CORN 'N' GREEN BEAN BAKE



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The result of our makeover is a delicious, creamy, cheesy casserole perfect for any night of the year. While the original is so decadent that you might make it only for those really special occasions, this recipe is wonderful year-round, yet tasty enough for those festive times, too. -Donna Brockett, Kingfisher, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) French-style green beans, drained
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 large onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
2 cups crushed reduced-fat butter-flavored crackers (about 50 crackers)
1/3 cup reduced-fat butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Toss the cracker crumbs and butter; sprinkle over vegetable mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 679mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh green beans. Fresh green beans have a better flavor and texture than canned or frozen beans.
  • Don't overcook the green beans. Overcooked green beans are mushy and bland.
  • Use a good quality cream of mushroom soup. A good quality cream of mushroom soup will make your casserole more flavorful.
  • Add some extra vegetables. Adding some extra vegetables, such as chopped carrots, celery, or onions, will make your casserole more nutritious.
  • Top the casserole with crispy onions. Crispy onions add a nice crunch and flavor to the casserole.

Conclusion:

Green bean casserole is a classic Thanksgiving dish that is enjoyed by many people. By following the tips above, you can make a green bean casserole that is delicious and flavorful. So, next time you're looking for a side dish for your Thanksgiving meal, give this recipe a try!

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