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Green Bean Casserole

Name: Green Bean Casserole With Crispy Fried Onions
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp butter; 2 (14.5 oz) cans French-style green beans, drained; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 2 (10.5 oz) cans cream of mushroom soup; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 (6 oz) container crispy fried onions, divided

This creamy green bean casserole combines drained French-style green beans with cream of mushroom soup, cheddar cheese, and a crispy fried onion topping for a rich, textured Thanksgiving side dish.

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Total

40 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

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Ingredients

1 tbsp butter
2 (14.5 oz) cans French-style green beans, drained
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
2 (10.5 oz) cans cream of mushroom soup
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 (6 oz) container crispy fried onions, divided

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Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the drained French-style green beans and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
3
Transfer the sautéed green beans to a large mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
4
Add the cream of mushroom soup, heavy cream, soy sauce, and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl.
5
Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
6
Spread half of the green bean mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish.
7
Top with a layer of about half of the crispy fried onions.
8
Spread the remaining green bean mixture evenly over the onion layer.
9
Bake for 25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
10
Remove from the oven and top with the remaining crispy fried onions.
11
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the onions are golden brown. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Drain the canned green beans thoroughly to prevent a watery casserole.
Reserve half the fried onions to sprinkle on top at the end of baking for maximum crispness.
Stir in the soy sauce and heavy cream to deepen flavor and add richness beyond the soup base.
Do not cover with foil during baking if you want the fried onion topping to stay crispy.

Substitutions

Cream of mushroom soup → Cream of celery soup (lighter flavor)
Cheddar cheese → Gruyère or Swiss cheese (nuttier, more sophisticated)
Heavy cream → Half-and-half (less rich but still creamy)
Crispy fried onions → Panko breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter (crunchier alternative)

Storage & make-ahead

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat covered at 350°F for 15–20 minutes until warmed through. Can be assembled and frozen unbaked for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish · mixing bowl

Common Questions

Can I make this green bean casserole ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the casserole in the baking dish, cover with foil, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add the fried onion topping just before baking to keep it crispy.