Ingredients
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Essential Ingredients
- 4 cups (or 2 cans) green beans (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1⅓ cups crispy fried onions, divided
Instructions
Step 1 – Prepare the Green Beans
- If using fresh green beans, trim the ends and blanch them in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain.
- If using frozen green beans, thaw and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- If using canned green beans, simply drain and rinse them to remove excess sodium.
Step 2 – Mixing Ingredients & Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:
- 1 can of Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup
- ½ cup of milk
- 1 teaspoon of soy sauce
- Black pepper to taste
- Stir in 4 cups of green beans and ⅔ cup of crispy fried onions.
- Pour the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly.
Step 3 – Adding Crispy Toppings
- Remove the casserole from the oven.
- Sprinkle the remaining ⅔ cup of crispy fried onions evenly over the top.
- Bake for 5 more minutes, or until the onions turn golden brown.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
✔️ How Do You Keep Green Bean Casserole from Being Runny?
- Drain your green beans completely to prevent excess moisture.
- Use full-fat soup and milk for a creamier consistency.
- Let it rest before serving to allow the sauce to thicken naturally.
✔️ How Many Cans Are 4 Cups of Green Beans?
- 1 can (14.5 oz) of green beans = About 1¾ cups of beans (drained).
- To get 4 cups of green beans, you’ll need about 2¼ cans.
✔️ Storage & Reheating:
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze in a freezer-safe dish for up to 2 months (without crispy onions).
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 20 minutes, then add fresh crispy onions on top.
✔️ Serving Suggestions:
- Pair with roast turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, or glazed carrots for a complete holiday meal.