French’s green bean casserole is a classic recipe with tender green beans in a creamy mushroom sauce topped with crispy fried onions. With just 4 ingredients, It’s ultimate comfort food that’s become a classic holiday side dish.
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French Onion Green Bean Casserole
This green bean casserole recipe is an easy side dish with tender green beans and cream of mushroom soup, topped with French’s crispy onions.
This quintessential casserole is popular because it tastes amazing, but also because it’s so easy to make with simple ingredients. Anyone can make it without fail. Part of the popularity of this easy recipe is that it reminds people of their mother.
Thanksgiving dinner just isn’t the same without this creamy green bean casserole.
Frenchs Green Bean Casserole ingredients
- Green beans – keep it simple and use froze, cut green beans
- condensed cream of mushroom soup
- milk
- salt and pepper
- French fried onions
- soy sauce (optional)
What are French’s Fried Onions?
French’s Original Crispy Fried Onions are crispy fried onions that come in a tub or can. They’re real onions. You can usually find them in the canned food section of the grocery store.
People use fried onions as casserole toppers and they’re great on salads. Some people even put them on top of mashed potatoes .
Fresh or Frozen Green Beans?
We love to use frozen green beans because it makes it really easy, but you can start with fresh green beans and wash and cut them. The result will be the same.
Can I use Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup?
We like to keep things simple, and so a can of cream of mushroom soup is a lot easier, but you certainly can use your own recipe to make cream of mushroom soup for this recipe. Just keep in mind to not make it too thin or your green bean recipe may be runny.
Can I Use Cream of Chicken Soup?
If you aren’t a mushroom fan, you can substitute the cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken soup and get a similar flavor. Other options are cream of celery or cream of potato.
How to make Traditional Green Bean Casserole
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray an 8x8x2 (2 quart baking dish) baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- Cook green beans as per the directions on the package. Drain excess water.
- In medium sized mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, soy sauce (optional), and salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Add green beans to the soup mixture and coat the beans. Pour green bean mixture into prepared baking dish.
- Top with french fried onions.
- Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes or until warmed through and the top is golden brown.
How long to bake Green Bean Casserole?
This recipe only take a few minutes to prep, but you will need to bake the casserole for 30-40 minutes, until it’s warmed through.
Can I make French’s Green Bean Casserole ahead of time?
You can make green bean casserole ahead of time. We recommend you mix the green beans and mushroom soup, then add the french onions just before baking.
Mistakes to avoid with this French’s Green Bean Casserole Recipe
Here’s a great article about six mistakes that could ruin your green bean casserole. They cover everything from soggy topping to a runny casserole.
How to serve Traditional Green Bean Casserole:
Serve the casserole right in the casserole dish you baked it in. This will keep it hot longer. Be sure to heat until just ready to serve as it needs to be warm for the best flavor.
How to store French Onion Green Bean Casserole:
Allow the casserole to cool down to room temperature, then cover it tightly with aluminum foil or transfer it to an airtight container and place in refrigerator for 2-3 days.
Freezing: To freeze, store the casserole in a freezer-safe container, ensuring it is well-wrapped to prevent freezer burn. This will keep up to 3 months. If freezing, do not put the crispy onions on under after you’ve reheated it and then add the onions.
This classic green bean casserole recipe is the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving meal. It’s the best green bean casserole recipe and will easily become a permanent offering at your holiday meals.
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French Onion Green Bean Casserole FAQs:
Yes, it’s advisable to cover the casserole with foil during the initial baking to prevent the onions from burning. Uncover it for the last few minutes to achieve a crispy topping.
Sogginess can be due to excess moisture from the green beans. Ensure you drain the beans well before incorporating them into the casserole.
Thoroughly drain the green beans and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Also, avoid adding too much liquid to the mushroom sauce.
Although we use frozen green beans for this recipe, you can make this casserole with canned green beans. Typically, two 14.5-ounce cans of green beans should suffice. Adjust the quantity based on your personal preferences and the number of servings needed.
French Onion Green Bean Casserole
Ingredients
- 16 oz. green beans frozen, cut
- 10 3/4 oz. condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2.8 oz. French fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray an 8x8x2 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- Cook green beans as per the directions on the package. Drain excess water.
- In medium sized mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Add green beans to the soup mixture and coat beans. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish.
- Top with french fried onions.
- Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes or until warmed through.
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