The classic green bean casserole is a beloved and timeless dish that has graced holiday tables and potluck gatherings for generations. It’s one of the most popular green bean recipes on the planet! A comforting blend of tender green beans, creamy mushroom soup, and crispy fried onions, the iconic flavors embody the essence of comfort food.

The green beans provide a vibrant and nutritious base, while the rich and savory mushroom soup adds a velvety texture that coats each bean in indulgent goodness. Topping it all off is a generous layer of cheese and golden-brown, crunchy fried onions that not only add a delightful crunch but also contribute a burst of flavor. It’s a dish that evokes a sense of nostalgia and warmth, and it continues to be a cherished part of holiday traditions.

Here’s our friend Rachel Dunston’s version. She uses fresh (or frozen) California grown green beans and mushrooms, as well as some delicious cheese from the Golden State.

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Classic Green Bean Casserole

Rachel Dunston

The classic green bean casserole is a beloved and timeless dish that has graced holiday tables and potluck gatherings for generations. A comforting blend of tender green beans, creamy mushroom soup, and crispy fried onions, the iconic flavors embody the essence of comfort food.

5 from 3 votes

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Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 10 servings

Calories 170 kcal

Equipment

• 9×13 casserole dish

Ingredients

 

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• 2, 10 ounce cans of cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup excellent cheese like Fiscalini San Joaquin Gold
• 6 slices bacon chopped chopped
• 6 ounces sliced California mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons California olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 cups California green beans
• 1 can french fried onions 2-3 cups
• Salt and an ice water bath if you will be cooking fresh beans

Instructions

 

• To get started pre-heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Next bring 3-4 quarts of salted water to a boil. Spray a 9×13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
• Prepare fresh beans by removing any stems. Next make an ice bath by filling a bowl with ice water and having it ready next to the stove.
• Once your water is boiling, add your fresh green beans. Cook them for 3-4 min. and immediately plunge the beans into your ice bath.
• Next, heat up 2 tablespoons of California olive oil, and sauté 6 ounces of California grown mushrooms.
• In a casserole dish, combine your canned cream of mushroom soup, 1 cup of whole milk and 1/2 cup of good grated cheese.
• Next, add your pepper and half of your friend onions and bacon pieces. Pour in your mushrooms.
• Once combined, add your green beans little by little, tossing them in the mixture.
• Finish by topping you dish with the rest of your fried onions, bacon and some more cheese.
• Bake at 350°F for about 25 min.

Notes

You can do all of this a day ahead, and refrigerate if you like. When ready, bake at 350 for about 25 min.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 382mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 708IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 105mgIron: 1mg

Keyword baked cheese, fried onions, green bean casserole, green beans, mushrooms

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