Creamy Green Bean Casserole Recipe

This is NOT your grandma's green bean casserole! Our elevated recipe features a creamy, dreamy sauce and perfectly tender green beans. This festive side dish is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday gathering. While it's designed for a crowd, it easily scales down for a smaller meal. The secret ingredient (shhh!) adds a depth of flavor you won't find anywhere else! Get ready for rave reviews – even the leftovers are amazing!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 185 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Creamy Green Bean Casserole

  • Optional: 1 pound fresh French style green beans, trimmed
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • French Fried Onions
  • Cream Of Chicken Soup
  • Salt And Pepper
  • Garlic Powder

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How to Make Creamy Green Bean Casserole

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. If using fresh green beans, steam or blanch them until tender-crisp (about 5-7 minutes). Drain well. If using canned, drain the beans thoroughly.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, cream of mushroom soup, milk (or half-and-half), Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the drained green beans to the cream cheese mixture and stir gently to combine.
  5. Pour the green bean mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Top with French fried onions.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly, and the topping is golden brown.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

30g

Carbs

5g

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