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Ultimate Green Bean Casserole

A classic side dish combining fresh green beans with creamy mushroom soup and crunchy fried onions, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs fresh green beans trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 16 oz crimini mushrooms sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cans Campbell's cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme sprigs
  • 2 cups French's Crispy Fried Onions or 1 can

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Bring a large stock pot of water to a rolling boil. Cook green beans for 3-4 minutes and transfer them into a large bowl filled with ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and transfer the beans to a separate large bowl.
Cooking
  1. In a large sauté pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add in sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-10 minutes or until the mushrooms are golden brown. Add in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the soup, half and half, soy sauce, and thyme sprigs.
  3. Combine the soup mixture, mushrooms, ½ cup of crunchy onions, and green beans together. Transfer the mixture to a large casserole dish.
  4. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil, top with remaining onions, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.

Notes

For a fresher taste, use fresh green beans instead of frozen or canned. Save some crispy fried onions to sprinkle on top just before serving for extra crunch. You can also add grated cheese for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.