The Easiest Green Bean Casserole Recipe
This is the easiest Green Bean Casserole recipe that combines tender green beans with a creamy mushroom soup base, soy sauce, and crispy fried onions for a perfect, savory side dish. Ideal for holiday dinners or weeknight meals, this classic casserole is baked to bubbly perfection and topped with golden onions for a delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Green Beans
- 4 cups frozen cut green beans (see notes for canned or fresh beans)
Casserole Sauce
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt (more to taste)
Toppings
- 1½ cups crispy fried onions (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook Green Beans: Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the frozen green beans and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes until they are tender crisp. Drain well.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked green beans with the condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, soy sauce, black pepper, seasoned salt, and 1 cup of crispy fried onions. Stir until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Bake Casserole: Transfer the mixture to a 2-quart baking dish and bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
- Add Topping & Finish Baking: Remove the casserole from the oven and gently stir. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of crispy fried onions on top and return it to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- For fresh green beans, trim and blanch them before using.
- You can substitute canned green beans for convenience; drain well before mixing.
- Adding shredded cheese to the mixture is optional but adds extra richness.
- Seasoned salt can be adjusted to taste or omitted if desired.