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BEST GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE

Best Green Bean Casserole

A classic side dish that complements any holiday meal. This easy casserole combines green beans, mushroom soup, cheese, and crispy onions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 can green beans Each can is 14.5 oz, drained thoroughly
  • 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup Undiluted, 10.5 oz
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar Divided into two portions
  • 1 container French-fried onions 6 oz

Equipment

  • 1 1/2-quart baking dish

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350 F / 175 C.
  2. Combine beans and soup in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high 3-5 minutes, until warm.
  3. Stir in half the Cheddar; microwave 2-3 minutes more, until hot.
  4. Spread in baking dish. Add remaining cheese, then fried onions.
  5. Bake about 10 minutes, until bubbling, cheese melted and onions golden. Watch topping closely near the end. Serve warm.

Notes

Use condensed soup without added water or milk for this four-ingredient version. Good draining helps keep the sauce thick.