Classic Homemade Green Bean Casserole Recipe for Dinner

This classic homemade green bean casserole is the perfect side dish for any dinner. After making it dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping it creamy and never soggy. The crispy onions on top add a satisfying crunch that my family loves. Keep reading for my best tips or jump straight to the recipe. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce and Easy No-Bake Biscoff Cheesecake Cups Recipe.

What You'll Need for Classic Homemade Green Bean Casserole Recipe for Dinner

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• Fresh green beans
• Mushrooms
• Onions
• Cream of mushroom soup
• Milk
• Saltine crackers
• Salt and pepper
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Paprika
• Optional: Crispy fried onions
• Optional: Shredded cheese

How to Make Classic Homemade Green Bean Casserole Recipe for Dinner

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Step 2: Blanche the green beans until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
3. Step 3: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and cook until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. Step 4: In the same skillet, add more butter and cook mushrooms until browned. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Add green beans and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
5. Step 5: In a large bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, milk, and salt and pepper. Stir in green bean mixture. Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Step 6: Crush saltine crackers and sprinkle over the top of the casserole. Top with crispy onions.
7. Step 7: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.

Storing & Reheating Classic Homemade Green Bean Casserole Recipe for Dinner

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Assemble the casserole up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.

Freezing Classic Homemade Green Bean Casserole Recipe for Dinner

Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce.
• Best substitution: Substitute the cream of mushroom soup with a homemade cream sauce for a healthier option.
• Make-ahead: Assemble the casserole up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the casserole is too thick, add a little more milk before baking.

Classic Homemade Green Bean Casserole Recipe for Dinner

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

30 mins

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Total

45 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• Fresh green beans
• Mushrooms
• Onions
• Cream of mushroom soup
• Milk
• Saltine crackers

Seasonings

• Salt and pepper
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Paprika

Optional Toppings

• Crispy fried onions
• Shredded cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Step 2: Blanche the green beans until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
3. Step 3: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and cook until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. Step 4: In the same skillet, add more butter and cook mushrooms until browned. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Add green beans and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
5. Step 5: In a large bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, milk, and salt and pepper. Stir in green bean mixture. Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Step 6: Crush saltine crackers and sprinkle over the top of the casserole. Top with crispy onions.
7. Step 7: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.

Notes

• Chef tip: For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce.
• Best substitution: Substitute the cream of mushroom soup with a homemade cream sauce for a healthier option.
• Make-ahead: Assemble the casserole up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the casserole is too thick, add a little more milk before baking.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
• Make ahead: Assemble the casserole up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 7g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 700mg
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sat. Fat: 5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Classic Homemade Green Bean Casserole Recipe for Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!