Classic Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Fried Onions Recipe
A classic Green Bean Casserole featuring tender blanched fresh green beans in a creamy mushroom sauce, topped with crispy fried onions and baked to bubbly perfection. This comforting side dish is perfect for family dinners and holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
Dressing
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping
- 1 cup fried onions (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Prepare the Green Beans: Rinse the green beans under cold water and trim the ends off to ensure freshness and clean preparation.
- Blanch the Green Beans: Boil salted water and blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender. Then immediately drain and plunge them into ice water to stop the cooking and preserve their bright green color.
- Mix the Sauce: In a large bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup with whole milk, seasoning it with salt and pepper to your taste to create a creamy mixture.
- Combine Beans and Sauce: Gently fold the blanched green beans into the mushroom soup mixture, ensuring each bean is well coated with the sauce.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the green bean and mushroom mixture into a greased baking dish. Evenly spread the fried onions over the top to form a crispy crust.
- Bake the Dish: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the onions on top are golden brown and crisp.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use a dairy-free cream of mushroom soup.
- You can make your own fried onions by thinly slicing onions, coating them lightly with flour, and frying until golden and crispy.
- Blanching the green beans helps retain their bright color and crisp texture while preventing overcooking during baking.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Adjust seasoning according to your preference; a dash of garlic powder or thyme can complement the mushroom flavor.
Keywords: Green Bean Casserole, Mushroom Soup Casserole, Holiday Side Dish, Classic American Casserole
