Green Bean Casserole with Fresh Mushrooms & Crispy Onions
This delightful Green Bean Casserole combines fresh green beans, earthy mushrooms, and crispy fried onions in a creamy, savory sauce. Perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to holiday feasts, this dish brings warmth and nostalgia to the table. Its stunning presentation is sure to impress guests while being simple enough for novice cooks to master.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 8 oz fresh cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 5 minutes; drain and set aside.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the sliced mushrooms until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine the sautéed mushrooms, green beans, cream of mushroom soup, milk, black pepper, garlic powder, and cornstarch until well mixed.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish. Bake uncovered for 25 minutes.
- Remove from oven, top with crispy fried onions, then return to bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added richness, consider mixing in sour cream with the mushroom soup. Swap green beans for asparagus or broccoli for a twist. For crunch variation, try topping with crushed crackers or slivered almonds.