Best Green Bean Casserole
A cozy and crowd-pleasing classic dish perfect for the holiday season, featuring tender green beans, a creamy sauce, and a crisp onion topping.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups green beans (fresh blanched, frozen thawed, or canned drained)
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup Can substitute with cream of chicken soup.
- 1/3 cup milk Regular milk or half-and-half is recommended.
- 1-2 teaspoons soy sauce Adds savory depth.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste black pepper Use sparingly as needed.
- 1 1/2 cups French fried onions Divided into two portions.
Optional Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cheese Use cheddar or mozzarella for a cheesy version.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
- Stir in the green beans and about half of the French fried onions. If adding cheese, mix it in now.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and add the remaining French fried onions on top. Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
Notes
Make ahead by mixing all but the final onion topping and refrigerating overnight. Bring to room temperature before baking. Can be made in a slow cooker; just adjust the cooking time.