Description
Southern Green Bean Casserole is a cherished Southern classic that brings warmth and nostalgia to your dining table. This comforting dish features fresh green beans enveloped in a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with crispy fried onions for that perfect crunch. Ideal for holiday feasts or family gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole requires minimal prep time and delivers robust flavor. Pair it with roasted meats or savory main courses to create a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Gather around the table and savor the deliciousness of this timeless recipe, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh or frozen green beans
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Blanch fresh green beans in boiling water for 5 minutes; then drain.
- In a large bowl, mix the blanched green beans, cream of mushroom soup, onion powder, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with half of the crispy fried onions before placing in the oven.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly; then remove from the oven and add remaining fried onions on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg