Easy Green Bean Casserole: My Homestyle Family Favorite (Print Version)

Whip up an Easy Green Bean Casserole Recipe that tastes like home. Creamy, comforting, and surprisingly simple, it's a holiday classic everyone loves.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian (can be made vegan with substitutes)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
02 - 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
03 - 1/2 cup whole milk
04 - 1 (6 oz) can crispy fried onions

→ Flavor Boosters

05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
07 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
08 - Salt, to taste

→ Finishing Touches

09 - Extra crispy fried onions, for topping

→ Optional Extras

10 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
11 - A dash of hot sauce

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, get those green beans ready. I snap off the tough ends—you know, the bit where they used to be attached to the plant. Then, I give them a good rinse. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, and blanch those beans for about 5-7 minutes. You want them tender-crisp, not mushy. This is where I sometimes forget to salt the water, and the beans end up tasting a bit flat, so don't make my mistake! Drain them well; nobody wants a watery casserole.
02 - While the beans are draining, grab a medium-sized bowl. Pour in that can of cream of mushroom soup. Then, measure out your whole milk and whisk it in until it's smooth. This is where the magic starts to happen! Add your garlic powder, onion powder, a good grind of black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Taste it, honestly! Adjust those seasonings to your liking. I often add a little more garlic than the recipe calls for because, well, I like my food to have a personality.
03 - Now, gently fold the blanched green beans into your creamy soup mixture. If you're adding optional shredded cheddar, this is the time to stir it in too. Pour everything into a 9x13 inch baking dish. I usually butter mine, just for good measure, though sometimes I forget in the rush. Spread it out evenly, making sure all those lovely beans are coated. It's looking good already, right?
04 - Sprinkle about half of your crispy fried onions over the top of the green bean mixture. This layer gets baked *into* the casserole, adding a wonderful texture throughout. I love watching them get slightly softened but still retain some crunch. Pop the dish into your preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and let it bake for about 20-25 minutes. You'll start to smell that amazing aroma filling your kitchen!
05 - After that initial bake, pull the casserole out of the oven. Now for the best part! Sprinkle the remaining crispy fried onions generously over the top. Honestly, don't be shy here; this is what everyone is waiting for. Return the casserole to the oven for another 5-10 minutes, or until those top onions are golden brown and perfectly crisp. Keep an eye on them, they can go from golden to burnt pretty fast, oops!
06 - Carefully take your glorious Easy Green Bean Casserole out of the oven. It'll be bubbling and smelling absolutely divine. Let it rest for a few minutes, maybe 5 or so. This helps the sauce set up just a bit. Then, scoop it onto plates and watch it disappear. The creamy texture with those crunchy onions? It's a match made in comfort food heaven, I swear. Enjoy every single bite, you earned it!

# Notes:

01 - Don't overcook your green beans in the blanching step; aim for tender-crisp.
02 - Always taste your soup mixture before combining with the beans to adjust seasonings.
03 - Seriously, don't skimp on the crispy fried onions-the two-stage addition is key.
04 - For an extra layer of flavor, sauté some fresh mushrooms and onions before adding to the soup mixture.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - 9x13 inch baking dish
02 - large pot
03 - medium bowl
04 - whisk

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 250 kcal
Total Fat: 15g
Total Carbohydrate: 20g
Protein: 5g

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