Classic Green Bean Casserole
Classic green bean casserole is one of those beloved holiday staples that turns simple ingredients into pure comfort, combining tender green beans, creamy mushroom sauce, and a crispy fried‑onion topping that delivers nostalgia in every bite. Its origins are surprisingly modern—created in 1955 by Dorcas Reilly at the Campbell Soup Company as a convenient, budget‑friendly dish for home cooks. Over time, it became a fixture on American dinner tables, celebrated for its simplicity, warmth, and unmistakable place in family traditions.
Ingredients
Method
Method
- Heat oven to 350°F. 2. Combine green beans, soup, milk, sour cream, and pepper. 3. Stir in ¾ cup fried onions. 4. Pour into a casserole dish. 5. Bake 25 minutes. 6. Stir. 7. Top with remaining fried onions. 8. Bake another 5–10 minutes, until golden.
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I’ve cooked a lot of dishes in my time, but this one stands out. Perfect balance of flavor and texture. I’ll be making it again this weekend.
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