Homestyle Southern Green Bean Casserole

A classic dish combining fresh green beans, creamy mushroom sauce, and crispy toppings, perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings.

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 35

Total Time 55

Course Side Dish, Vegetable

Cuisine American, Southern

Servings 8 servings

Calories 300 kcal

1 pound Fresh Green Beans, trimmed and rinsed. Snap off the ends before rinsing.
2 cups Canned Cream of Mushroom Soup Homemade version can be used if preferred.
½ cup Milk Whole milk for creaminess.
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For flavor.
1 medium Yellow Onion, diced For sautéing.
2 cloves Garlic, minced Enhances taste.
to taste Salt Keep in mind that the soup is salted.
to taste Black Pepper, freshly cracked For seasoning.
1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Adds depth of flavor.
1 cup Crispy Fried Onions, divided For topping and mixing.
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (optional) For a cheesy twist.

Start by preparing your fresh green beans. Snap off the ends and rinse them under cold water.
Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 5-7 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
After blanching, drain the green beans and immediately plunge them into a bowl of ice water to cool.

In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and sauté until translucent and slightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Pour in the cream of mushroom soup and milk, followed by soy sauce. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. If desired, fold in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
Drain the blanched green beans and add them to the creamy sauce. Gently stir to coat every bean.
Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle half of the crispy fried onions on top.
Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly. Add the remaining crispy fried onions and bake for another 5-10 minutes until golden.

You can prepare this dish in advance and store it in the fridge. For freezing, wrap the dish well before baking.

Keyword Comfort food, family recipe, Green Bean Casserole, Thanksgiving Recipe, Vegetable Dish