This is the very best Green Bean Casserole recipe we’ve ever made. Seriously! Fresh green beans, homemade cream of mushroom soup, and crispy fried onions make this a holiday side dish that’s sure to impress your guests!
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Why This Is the Best Green Bean Casserole Recipe
This easy green bean casserole has been a long-time family favorite and our loyal readers agree! Here’s why you should try it in your holiday menu this year:
- Reader Favorite: So many 5-star reviews, it’s hard to keep track! According to many years of glowing comments, your holiday table won’t be the same without this side dish.
- Fresh Flavors: This green bean casserole, made with fresh green beans and a homemade mushroom cream sauce, beats the retro canned version hands down! If you grew up with French’s green bean casserole made with canned beans and canned soup, you might be a little shocked. You seriously won’t believe how creamy and flavorful this version is until you try it for yourself.
- Impressive: Make this easy and delicious side dish from scratch with very little effort. While it looks similar to the canned classic, everyone swoons when they taste the homemade love in every bite.
- Make Ahead: Save your sanity and prep this amazing green bean casserole up to 2 days before serving. It turns out perfectly!
Looking for more tasty holiday side dishes? You can’t go wrong with our decadent sweet potato casserole topped with toasted marshmallows! We’re also quite partial to corn on the holiday and love a serving – or two! – of our best corn casserole!
What You’ll Need
Simple, wholesome ingredients make the best green bean casserole ever. Check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact amounts.
Green Beans
- Green Beans: We highly recommend using fresh green beans. For other options, check the tips section below.
Mushroom Cream Sauce
- Veggies: We’ll be using sweet yellow onion, freshly minced garlic, and portobello (large or baby) mushrooms.
- Salt & Pepper: Freshly cracked black pepper will give you the best flavor.
- Butter
- Flour: Regular, all-purpose flour thickens the sauce perfectly.
- Broth: Chicken or vegetable broth adds depth.
- Dairy: The recipe calls for half and half, but heavy cream can also be used. Whole milk will work in a pinch.
Topping
- Breadcrumbs: Use your favorite store-bought or buzz up your own leftover toasted bread in the food processor.
- French Fried Onions: Homemade onion strings NEVER beat French’s Fried Onions for flavor and crunchy texture. This is truly what makes this a French’s green bean casserole!
How To Make This Easy Green Bean Casserole
Here’s a quick tutorial showing you how to make the best green bean casserole recipe you’ll ever try. For detailed directions scroll to the recipe card below.
- Blanch Beans: Boil green beans in water or chicken broth until just tender. Immediately drain and place beans in ice water to stop the cooking process. This keeps the green beans from becoming too soft.
- Cream Sauce: In a large deep skillet, sauté the onions and garlic in butter until softened. Stir in mushrooms, salt and pepper. Sprinkle flour over vegetables; stir. Next, add broth and half and half. Stir to combine and cook until thickened.
- Combine: Toss blanched green beans in the mushroom sauce and transfer to a large baking dish. Top with bread crumbs and French fried onions.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
Tips and Variations
Our fresh version of French’s green bean casserole is easy and tastes sublime. However, if you are looking to shake things up, see variations below and bonus tips:
- Green Beans: For unbeatable flavor and texture, we wholly recommend using fresh green beans. The next best choice is frozen green beans, prepared just as you would fresh. Canned green beans are our last choice. But if that’s all you have access to, use 6 cans and drain them well before cooking.
- Nutmeg: 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg can be added to the cream sauce for surprising warmth and depth of flavor.
- Cheese: Add up to 2 cups of shredded cheese to the green bean mixture. Or, sprinkle cheese on top of the casserole before breadcrumbs and fried onions. Try white cheddar, parmesan cheese, fontina, or regular cheddar.
- Herbivores: Swap veggie broth for chicken broth to keep this casserole totally vegetarian.
- Omnivores: Add chopped, cooked, smoky bacon to the green bean mixture before baking.
- Not a Mushroom Fan? Nix the mushrooms and double the onion in the cream sauce to create a homemade cream of onion sauce instead!
What To Serve With French’s Green Bean Casserole
Here are some of our favorite holiday entrees to pair with this classic Thanksgiving side dish:
- Turkey: Follow our easy directions for how to cook a perfect Thanksgiving turkey. For a smaller version try this instant pot turkey breast.
- Ham: Try crockpot ham or air fryer ham to keep it stress free. Or this baked ham with orange glaze is a show stopper!
- Pork Loin: This surprisingly easy stuffed pork loin is packed with dried apricots and Boursin cheese.
Can You Make Green Bean Casserole Recipe Ahead Of Time?
Yes! This is a wonderful make-ahead side dish that also travels well. To prepare ahead:
- Follow recipe up to topping it with the bread crumbs and fried onions.
- Instead, cool and store the prepared casserole tightly wrapped in fridge for up to 48 hours.
- To bake, remove from fridge and allow casserole to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour.
- When ready to bake, top casserole with the bread crumbs and French fried onions. Bake according to recipe directions!
Storage and Freezing
Leftovers are almost as good the next day! Here’s how to store and reheat this green bean casserole:
- Fridge: Store leftovers tightly wrapped in fridge for up to 3 days. You can also store it in the baking dish, just wrap it tightly with plastic wrap or foil.
- Reheat: For best results, reheat in the oven at 375°F for 15 minutes, or until warmed through. Or, microwave until warm. Adding fresh fried onions on top will make it taste more like it did fresh.
- Freeze: Freeze leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in oven or microwave.
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Yield: 8 servings
Best Green Bean Casserole Recipe
This homemade green bean casserole recipe is made from scratch with fresh green beans and a decadent, homemade cream of mushroom soup!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1.5 pounds fresh green beans, rinsed and ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large portobello mushrooms, sliced or diced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste
- ½ – 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth, or vegetable stock
- 1 cup half-and-half, or heavy cream
- ½ cup breadcrumbs, optional
- 10 oz French Fried Onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 casserole dish, set aside.
- Blanch the beans: In a large pot, bring about a gallon of water and 2 tablespoons of salt to a boil. Add the green beans and boil for 8 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately plunge the beans into a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
- Canned Green Beans: If using canned green beans instead, drain green beans completely and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and onions, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to soften, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms, salt and pepper and continue to cook for another 1 to 2 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth and stir to combine. Then add the half and half and simmer until the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in all of the green beans. Transfer green bean mixture to prepared casserole dish.
- Top with the bread crumbs and then layer the french fried onions on top. Place casserole in the oven and bake until bubbly, about 20 minutes. If your onions start to brown too quickly, cover the casserole with foil. Serve immediately!
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Equipment
- Cuisinart Stainless 12-Quart Stock Pot with Strainer Insert
Notes
PREP AHEAD DIRECTIONS: You can prepare the casserole up to 48 hours ahead of time. STOP at step 7 in the directions above. Do not top casserole with the bread crumbs and french fired onions. Instead, wrap cooled casserole tightly with foil, or saran wrap, and store in refrigerator for up to 48 hours.
When ready to bake, remove from the refrigerator and let casserole rest at room temperature for 30 minutes (or up to 1 hour) before baking. Then continue on with the recipe directions from step 7.
Storage: Store leftovers tightly wrapped in fridge for up to 3 days. You can also store it in the baking dish, just wrap it tightly with plastic wrap or foil.
Reheat: For best results, reheat in the oven at 375°F for 15 minutes, or until warmed through. Or, microwave until warm. Adding fresh fried onions on top will make it taste more like it did fresh.
Green Beans: For unbeatable flavor and texture, use fresh green beans. The next best choice is frozen green beans, prepare them just as you would fresh. To use canned green beans, use 6 cans of green beans, well drained.
Nutmeg: 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg can be added to the cream sauce for a surprising warmth and depth of flavor.
Cheese: Add up to 2 cups of shredded cheese to the green bean mixture. Or sprinkle on top of the casserole before breadcrumbs and fried onions. Try sharp white cheddar, shredded parmesan cheese, fontina, or sharp cheddar.
Not a Mushroom Fan? Nix the mushrooms and double the onion in the cream sauce to create a homemade cream of onion sauce instead!
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving, Calories: 359kcal, Carbohydrates: 31g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 24g, Saturated Fat: 11g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 19mg, Sodium: 2515mg, Potassium: 341mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 782IU, Vitamin C: 12mg, Calcium: 85mg, Iron: 1mg
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I think it’s an excellent recipe. I used 4 cans of green beans but the 9×13 casserole was only about 50% full. Also, I’d like more mushroom sauce. I’m going to make it for Christmas and use fresh green beans. Do you think it would work if I double the mushroom sauce and use about 3 pounds of green beans?
Hi Nell! Canned green beans tend to be smaller than fresh green beans in volume, they are cut smaller and just work a little differently than fresh. And yes, just fully double the recipes for 3 lbs of fresh green beans. If you want, hit the PRINT button in the recipe card and it will allow you to double the recipe there, which will double the ingredient amounts for you. Hope this helps!
Looking for a green bean casserole recipe to try. Fresh green beans should be tender crisp. How would they turn out in this recipe ?
Hi Ric, if you follow the directions for blanching the green beans in an ice bath, they will stay crisp-tender.
I’ve been making your recipe since 2015!!! Thank you for this absolutely heavenly recipe! This year I need to double the recipe. Is it ok to bake it in the 9×13 pan?
Hi Stephi! If you double it, I would recommend using a 10×15 casserole dish, or going with two 9x13s!
Approximately how many servings are in this dish?
Hi Lori, 8 Servings! (The yield is always located in the recipe card right above the recipe name!)
Can this be made in a crockpot and if so how long should I cook?
This version can not, but here is a crockpot version!
https://thenovicechefblog.com/crock-pot-green-bean-casserole/
I made this recipe last year and loved it! However, my oven is broken! Have you ever tried smoking the green bean casserole in a Trager? Would I change the temp and cook time?
Hi Nicole! I do not have a smoker, so I am not sure. If you tried it, I’d love to hear how it turned out to be able to share in the future if anyone else has this same question! :-) Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Hi. Is there a substitute of not using mushrooms?
Absolutely! Just double up on the onion! It will still be delicious with tons of flavor. Hope you have a happy Thanksgiving!
Awesome recipe really good thanks for the update
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Thanks Jabar! Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Can the cream of mushroom sauce be made a day in advance and kept in the fridge?
Yes, absolutely! Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
How do you make the mushrooms soup? What are the measurements?
Hi Annette! The homemade mushroom soup recipe is included in the recipe or the green bean casserole! The full printable recipe is right at the bottom of the post!
How many cans of green beans should be used for this recipe if I can’t get fresh?
4 cans if you like it with a good amount of sauce/gravy, or 5 cans for less saucy. Make sure you drain them well!
This is the BEST green bean casserole! I love that it’s made from scratch! SO good!!
Made this yesterday for a trial for Thanksgiving. WOW. My husband is not usually a fan of green bean casserole, but he went back for THIRDS. Excited to bring this to Thanksgiving! My mother in law is going to freak! Thanks!
I use fresh green beans!!
I use frozen beans, canned soup, and the good ole’ canned onions! Not healthy by anymeans!!!! This I think I will try yours!
I normally like fresh green beans for anything, but to prepare this dish in a way that reminds me of the holidays when I was a kid – canned green beans it is! :)
Fresh green beans! I sauté mine with mushrooms and garlic then top with a little parm cheese and crispy onions! Yum!
Just made this tonight. Generally use my garden beans that were frozen. I do use canned soup. Very interested in trying your recipe. Your recipes are Delicious.
I prefer to use canned green beans for this recipe every year. One of my favs
Canned green beans , right out of the 50’s recipe .
Yum! Love this around the holidays. I normally use frozen green beans.
I admit to loving the basic green bean casserole. The one on the package of the fried onions. I do insist on French cut beans though.
Frozen green beans, Hellmans mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing mix, and bacon. I love this recipe because it’s gluten free, keto friendly, and we have kids with allergies to mushrooms with other recipes. I’m always searching for recipes online to help save time and also help with individual needs of my family.
This looks delicious! I have never met a green bean recipe that I did not like. I am eager to try this and see if it passes the “family test.” Thank you!
Wow! Your recipe sounds SO good! I like to use frozen green beans. Less preparation than fresh. And they keep that beautiful bright green color! YUM, green beans casserole!!
I love adding cremini mushrooms, using fresh green beans and I add a little cream cheese to thicken things up and make the sauce richer
I make my Green Beans from Beans i can every year. I used GF cream of Mushroom Soup and i sometimes put crumbled bacon (which i cooked) on top and then the French fried onions on top at the last 6 minutes. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes. I also love another recipe i found called Crack Green Beans, my kids love this one. No soup mixture but a little sweet because of the brown sugar and crumbled bacon on top, it is awesome.
Definitely prefer fresh green beans. A family member used canned beans and the results weren’t as favorable.
I’m gonna try your homemade mushroom soup this year. Thanks for sharing.
I have always used canned green beans but this looks amazing!!
Based on this recipe I would try fresh green beans but usually I prefer the convenience of canned beans!
I like to use fresh green beans that I pick from are garden or from my local farmer market.
I’ve always used canned green beans but if I have learned anything from watching the plethora of cooking shows I view during the year, it is best to use fresh ingredients to render the best taste.
Team fresh green beans and we also add fresh mushrooms!
This recipe sounds great! I have always used canned green beans
So much yum in this email from you !Thank you for taking the time to add sooo much.
I prefer fresh green beans usually,but time isn’t going to be on my side this yr.,so the Green Giant kitchen sliced is coming to my rescue this yr…& I was hapy to see you add a little zip with nutmeg too !
Going to make this . love using fresh green beans. My family loves grean bean casserole, i have always eaten someone elses. This year i’m going to try it myself thanks for the recipe..
I love fresh green beans but I’m not a huge fan of the Green Bean Casserole. Wiling to give your recipe a try.
Thanks for the recipe. This was amazing! I love all the recipes you post. Thanks, you make being a great cook easy!!!
I grew up on green bean casserole..what a joy this recipe is… I’ll never go back to canned green bean casserole again Thank you for a wonderful (fresh green bean )….and the nutmeg takes it over the top!!!! This recipe rocks!!!! Can’t thank you enough Chef!!!!
We make our casserole from frozen green beans!
I use frozen green beans, I try and remember to thaw then completely first, otherwise I feel like it’s watery.
We always used canned.
I know I would love this!! My husband prefers canned French green beans, so that is the way I make it.
I bought a Norpro Deluxe Bean Frencher With Clamp French/Green/Slicer/Cutter Heavy Duty from Amazon to French cut my fresh green beans and cook them down. Amazing
My hubby and I just love green bean casserole. I usually cheat and use canned green beans but what a treat to have it made with fresh green beans. I just wish other people in the family liked the dish too.
Fresh green beans and cream of chicken soup. French fried onions top the dish off.
I only use canned beans in my green bean casserole and no mushrooms, but I do mix the mushroom soup and lots of cheese all through the beans along with layering it on the top with the dried onions for my family of mice who love cheese more than the green beans :)
I usually do the classic with fresh beans and the canned soup. I will have to try with the homemade soup.
I love making my own cream of mushroom soup for this, the flavor is so Much better. Once I found this recipe it’s all I use
I can my home grown green beans for my green bean casserole. My daughter uses frozen green beans that are also very good! It’s a favorite Thanksgiving vegetable every year.
Love this recipe but I usually switch out the cream of mushroom soup with a cream of chicken soup because I don’t like mushrooms. Lol
This recipe sounds amazing. Going to try it for this holiday season. Have never done it Like this before! Thank you!
I made this for my family and it was absolutely amazing. Voila. Thank you
I USUALLY USE FRESH GREEN BEANS, BUT I HAVE NEVER MADE A FRESH CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP AND AM EXCITED ABOUT YOUR RECIPE!!
I absolutely love using fresh green beans, but hubby likes the canned green beans better. I sometimes used to make two small casseroles, one with fresh and one with canned, but its just not always something I want to do. Now I make the casserole with canned beans on Thanksgiving for him and during the year I will make it with fresh green beans for me. Such great memories of holidays past, either way.
I love using the beans I froze my my sisters garden! They always taste so good!
Fresh green beans are the only way to go when making green bean casserole. This recipe is perfect!
I like to use frozen green beans.
HELLO FALL!
A classic and no holiday is complete without this wonderful side dish-we also always use fresh green beans. I’m adding mushrooms this year per your recipe = YUM! Hurry Thanksgiving ;o)
We have this dish every Holiday. I only use fresh green beans. I love this dish, one of my favorites.
Fresh green beans are the best in our hiuse!!
Canned!!!
I only use canned – I do not like fresh or frozen green beans. I follow the recipe on the Durkee fried onion can except I add a little milk to the cream of mushroom soup so it’s a little creamier. Have not had any complaints on over 40 years of makibg Thanksgiving dinners.s
We use fresh beans and my
I do only fresh green beans . I have followed Pioneer woman’s green bean casserole dish in the past . If I’m a hurry , will do the Campbell’s recipe swapping fresh beans instead of canned .
Thanks
I had never had green bean casserole until well into my thirties. When I did, it was the canned version, and I truly could not imagine why every home in America had to have this. Then I had a fresh version with fresh green beans and homemade mushroom sauce and it confirmed why this could be legendary. I’ll give your recipe a go. Sounds lovely!
I like to buy the green giant frozen one, it’s quick and easy. If I do make it I just follow the Campbells recipe.
I always use french cut canned green beans for my casserole, but this method seems delicious too! I may have to try it now…
We used frozen green beans ,cream of mushroom soup . Sometimes we will add in can of mushrooms.
I usually do avery different veggie dish with frozen California blend of broccoli cauliflower corn n green beanswith cream mushroom soup, cubed cheese topped with croutons. Delish. Will definitely try this green bean recipe though. Daughter wants to try this year for Thanksgiving.
This looks amazing! I have never made my own green bean casserole yet, but I think I will put my name down for it this thanksgiving on my family’s list thanks to you!! Very easy instructions! I will trust your talent and use the fresh green beans. Looks delicious!!!!
I use what ever I have on had for the greenbeans, depending on the season or whats on sale. I always use cream of chicken soup and the French fried onions.
I never put mushrooms in mine but sounds good I use can green beans yours sounds much better will try it this year
I don’t eat greenbean casserole so I switch up my recipe every year. Haha. I do usually use canned green beans.
I use cream of celery soup and sometimes add corn
We normally make Green bean casserole with canned green beans but have used fresh green beans also. i like both and will definitely try the recipe above this Thanksgiving. Looks delicious.
I will try this soon for my family and share with family who has health issues.
This recipe!!! My husband only likes fresh green beans and I can get away with munching on crispy French Fried Onions . I only sub the portobello with sliced cremini .
I love green bean casserole! We eat ours with fresh green beans and sometimes put toasted bread crumbs or French fried onion pieces
Wow thank you for sharing this recipe
It’s awesome
And I’ve love to try it
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I love green bean casserole. I use canned green beans but might try fresh this year. I put the crunchy onions in it and then for the last 15 minutes on top of it. Its one of my favorite sides for Thanksgiving. Can you say yum yum yum lol.
I always wanted to try a vegetarian version of green bean casserole and homemade clean version of cream mushroom soup I can’t wait to try it.im trying to eat cleaner so I’m kinda of a novice on transforming recipes. Everything sounds so yummy can’t wait to try them.
Love green bean casserole! I use fresh and partially cook before adding to the oven. That way I know they will be cooked through but not totally crunchy
Sounds delic
Canned green beans is the way to go for my family!
Your recipe sounds delicious! All four of my adult children love green bean casserole! but I’m pretty sure we’ve never had it with anything other than canned green beans. I’m certain I would like your recipe better so I’ll suggest it for this year’s holiday meals.
Used canned and fresh, regardless, our family loves green bean casserole. Thank you for this delicious recipe!
Fresh green beans always! And my family likes to add a bit of chesse
I’ve never used fresh green beans but I will have to try it, I hate mushrooms so usually use cream of chicken soup. I’m going to use your recipe minus the mushrooms.
I’ve always used the classic tried and true, with canned French cut green beans, cream of mushroom soup and Durkee’s onions. My son is on the spectrum, and this was his childhood favorite.
This recipe is a Holiday Tradition in our house! The Novice Chef makes it easy to create delicious dishes.. Thank you!
Canned green beans for my family!
We have never made GB Casserole, but will definitely be giving it a try this Thanksgiving and hope to be able to find GF substitutes for some ingredients!
I like fresh string beans in mine and I like to make my own onions to put in to it. I don’t like the crunchy onions on top.
I love your green bean casserole, it’s different then others I have tried, and I like to use fresh green beans, they are the best!
I am sure yours is delicious, but I do not like GBC! I can’t be the only one!
Green Bean Casserole from scratch is by far the best BUT you can’t mess with my kids (35 & 38 years old) recipe. They only want to eat the recipe with frozen green beans and canned mushroom soup. As someone else stated I do add a splash of Worcestershire sauce! For Thanksgiving it is always Brussels sprouts Prosciutto Gratin however. And I agree, also add nutmeg to cream sauce—especially Macaroni and Cheese.
Green bean casserole is one of my favorites. ❤️
I make mine with canned green beans, but my husband’s family adds velveeta to make it cheesy. I like your idea of using heavy cream and adding mushrooms and onions.
We always use canned green beans. My nephew has Kleefstra syndrome. He eats a lot of the same things, but on Thanksgiving he loves getting this.
Green Bean casserole is one of my favorites—-I do double the onions—–yum!
I like to use fresh in mine but canned is great in a pinch.
I haven’t made Green Bean Casserole, which is why I subscribe to you! Looking forward to making it for the first time with fresh green beans!
I like to use my grandmother’s recipe which calls for fresh green beans it makes it taste so much better!!
I prefer fresh white half runners, but if not available it is either frozen(from fresh) or canned. Hanover’s Blue Lake Bush Beans are what we like.
Canned green beans here!
I use canned green beans and cream of mushroom. Like adding a little cheese. Have never tried adding bacon but I think I will next time.
I have never tried green been casserole but I will try the frozen one to see how that is first.
I have never made one ; but my grandma did and always used canned . Honestly it was always kind of mushy so i wasn’t a fan; but this recipe sounds good , might give fresh a try !!
I always use canned green beans. Usually Stokes brand. ❤️
I love green bean casserole!!! I use canned beans. I have tried frozen but it just didn’t taste right to me.
Love this recipe I always think fresh taste better then canned green beans!!
Canned green beans in our traditional green bean casserole.
Live green bean casserole. I use canned green beans, 1can cream of mushroom soup, 1/2cup of milk, tbs of worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and minced garlic or garlic powder.
Forgot to include the French onions in and on top
My green bean casserole consists of canned French green beans a can of mushroom soup and some bread crumbs and cheese on top. I put it in the oven for about 20 minutes until it cheese melts. As you can tell I really needed this recipe this recipe!
I’ve always used canned green beans. This year I’m going to make this recipe – your recipes have never let me down, so I’m excited to make this one for my family.
We have always used canned beans, but I bet it would be better with fresh..
Sounds delicious… saving for the holidays!
I use canned green beans because they’re easier for me!
The green bean casserole I grew up with used canned everything. The canned beans were French cut and I always thought it was a gooey, hot mess. I am going to try this recipe because of all the fresh ingredients.
Green bean casserole is always a staple at almost every Thanksgiving I have ever been to, and it’s alwahs a classic and my favorite!
I use canned or frozen, homemade sauce without four and replace onion rings(which I love but aren’t Keto diet friendly) with crispy bacon crumbles and cheddar cheese for a topper.
This used to be my favorite side dish before I was diagnosed with celiac disease (no gluten).so now I just use fresh green beans. Will definetely try this recipe!
We love green bean casserole for the holidays! This from scratch version sounds so good!
I always use fresh green beans and we all love it.
I read through your recipe and I have never wanted to try Green Bean Casserole because of the mushrooms. Thank you for adding the part about extra onions. Now I can wait to try and I want to use fresh green beans!
I usually use canned green beans, but I may have to try fresh with this recipe!
Are use frozen green beans cream of mushroom soup in French Fried onions
Love green bean casserole!! Love fresh green beans and canned. My family prefers canned though. I tried frozen one year and just wasn’t a fan. This recipe looks great and is super similar to what I use! I love to use portobello mushrooms!
I definitely use canned beans for this recipe!
I would try a bite of yours but green bean casserole has never intrigued me. I always have a few bites of it at Thanksgiving from whoever has made it, but I just don’t care for it!
I used canned green beans but green bean casserole is one of my holiday favorites!
I use canned green beans in my casserole! It’s a favorite during the holidays!
I use frozen beans, almost impossible to find fresh (or good fresh if you do find them) this time of year.
This recipe looks delicious!! I normally use cans but I really need to try this. Your receipes never fail!
My family loves green bean casserole. I make mine with French style beans. Will try this one.
I didn’t know how to make greenbean casserole so I will be trying your recipe thankyou..
There is something about the original “canned” green bean version that is both comforting and delicious
I have only made this a few time but when I did I used cream of chicken soup instead of the cream of mushroom… that’s how my nephew likes it
I use frozen green beans for the bright color. Fresh green beans taste really good though. I also make fresh cream of mushroom soup but I’m going to try your recipe it really sounds fabulous!
I use frozen green beans.
I like to use cut green beans, not the French style. I add waterchestnuts for a little crunch.
This recipe is wonderful! I can’t wait to make it for Thanksgiving!
We use fresh green beans and white cheddar! Yum
I will be making this – guaranteed!!! Your recipes are always so good, and that I can count on.
I like to use canned green beans, the Onion topping is the best part, I add extra!
I would add crumbled crackers to the top of my be green bean casserole
I grew up eating green beans casserole with canned green beans. I like it that way but would love to try it with fresh.
I use your recipe but with canned, rinsed green beans. I also add 1/2 cup of sharp cheddar inside of mine. I love making the COM instead of store bought because I am in control of the ingredients and the salt content. Thank you for always providing great recipes for us to use.
Most of the time we are a canned green beans house!
I’m not a fan of this dish, but I’m excited to try it with fresh green beans to see if that makes a difference.
I love green bean casserole, I prefer to bake it with fresh green beans, but will use canned if I have to.
I like to use fresh green beans
I love Green Bean Casserole I make it every holiday meal
I use canned everything when I make this and it is my absolute favorite side on Thanksgiving.
Love green bean casserole! My family growing up with a cheesy green bean casserole, crowd pleaser :)
I love green bean casserole. I prefer fresh green beans and portables mushrooms. The crispier the onions the better.
I like using fresh green beans best. Also agree it’s worth the time to make creamed mushroom soup.
I always use fresh or canned green beans
Nom nom nom ….
I dont make it much but your looks yummy
I don’t make it but I have only had it with canned beans (probably not this exact recipe) and it wasn’t great in my opinion.
Frozen because am always in a rush
Wow this recipe looks amazing!! We love greenbean casserole, but I’ve never made from scratch. I use canned greenbeans, cream of mushrooms soup, and French fried onions. I will definitely have to try the fresh from scratch recipe this holiday season.
I always use canned just because I’m usually cooking so many other dishes at the same time.
I don’t make green bean casserole but if I did, it would either be frozen or canned because I don’t have time for prepping fresh green beans. I’m a sweet potato casserole girl!
Love this recipe. I use fresh and canned mix of green beans.
I can’t wait to try this! I love green bean casserole but always prefer fresh veggies and completely homemade recipes ! Well done! ❤️❤️
Looks yummy I use fresh green beans!!!
I love green bean casserole never made it like this before
For my green bean casserole I make it the traditional way using canned green beans cream of mushroom soup and dried onions it’s one of my favorite sides
Actually gonna try this ive been looking for a recipe.
In the past, I actually used freshly canned green beans(the ones cooked, and canned in jars) and it was fabulous. I plan on trying out this recipe with fully fresh green beans once they’re trimmed.
I’m definetley going to make this , I make mine with canned soup and canned green beans ,difference I do is I Sautee garlic, onion , mushrooms ,I add paprika ,of course salt n pepper ,worcestershire ,I barely add milk just enough to not be a clump ,soup and a whole lot of whole green beans ,mix fried onions in the mix ,then in the oven till I think it looks good add more fried onions on top ,walla lol
I used to use canned but my family prefers fresh green beans now! And we top them with slivered almonds with the French fried onions. Soooo good!
My favorite
For me fresh green beans always are better, I love the taste of butter, garlic, parmesan on a crunchy green beans! Happy Holidays and baked season! ☃️❄️
I’ve always used canned green beans. Must try fresh!
Fresh greens is the best for green bean casserole!
I love using fresh green beans in my green bean casserole!
Love this recipe!! Definitely bringing it to thanksgiving this year!
I haven’t made this in a long time but when I do, I use green beans that I’ve canned from our garden.
I’ve always used french style green beans and onion rings in my green bean casserole.
Gotta stick with true cream of mushroom from Campbell’s
I make my GBC w canned French Style Green Beans, Golden Mushroom Soup and I like to toss in some cheese, as well. Always delish!
we used canned beans, and we used canned cream of celery soup because most of us here don’t like mushrooms, and add a splash of soy sauce.
I always use canned. Going to try this recipe with fresh this year. Love making anything I can ahead of time
I like them with Bacon. My Aunt made them almost every Thanksgiving.
It’s best with fresh green beans and mushrooms
My family always made a very simple green bean casserole, using either canned or frozen green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and French fried onions.
We’ve always made ours straight off the recipe from the crunchy onion container. I really love to use fresh green beans, if able. This recipe looks delicious!!
I saw your recipe the other day and had to try it right away! It was absolutely delicious. Needless to say, this will be the only green bean casserole I will make for my family from now on. Thank you
We enjoy canned green beans or fresh
Love green bean casserole made with fresh green beans
Canned green beans!
My daughter in law usually makes the green bean casserole. She uses canned beans.
I use 2 cans of French style green beans. I follow the directions on the soup or dried onion container, except I mix all the onions in and out just a few on top.
Can’t wait to try this recipe. Sounds yummy.
Yum! Can’t wait to try it ☺️
Sounds so good!! Can’t wait to try it ☺️
Sounds so yummy!! Can’t wait to try it ☺️
I have always made mine with mushroom soup, but fresh mushrooms sounds good.
I use canned French style green beans
Fresh is best ❤️
Love green bean casserole!! I like to use fresh green beans but I’ve also used canned green beans!
I use a mix of frozen and canned beans. They each have a little bit of a different texture.
My recipe is very similar to this one! I use two pints of home-canned green beans from my mother’s garden.
I don’t make string bean casserole, but a string bean, chickpea and potatoe salad.
Looks amazing! I normally like canned green bean casserole, but will definitely have to give this a shot this Thanksgiving!
I make mine the typical from a can way. However, your recipe looks delicious so I will try that this year.
I actually don’t make Green Bean Casserole anymore. It’s easier and way better to get the Novice Chef or Ellen Pizzini to make it for me. It’s hard to duplicate perfection.
We like to mix it up with our green bean casserole. In addition to the 2 cans of green beans, we also add a can of corn and some frozen broccoli florets.
I’ve never made green bean casserole. I just let other people make it and bring it to thanksgiving dinner so I can eat it all.
I love to make it a very easy way I use canned green beans, cream of mushroom and top with frenches onions. And season with garlic salt garlic powder and black pepper. Delish
I use frozen or canned green beans , but this dish is a must for thanksgiving dinner in my house ❤️
I use canned green beans!
I use canned green beans. I’d be tempted to use home canned, but I haven’t made any French style! I bought sometime to cut them into French style but I can’t for the life of me find it!
My favorite is with fresh green beans. Love the crunchy topping the best!
I have only made it with canned green beans and cream of mushroom. I’ll have to give this a try!
Love green bean casserole…will definitely try this one this year thanks
Can green beans! Making this for years!
I have always used canned green beans and soup. Being a working mother of six, I used shortcuts that horrified my mother and sister. Your recipe sounds pretty amazing.
I’ve used frozen green beans with cream of mushroom soup!
I love to make mine with fresh green beans.
I follow the Campbell’s soup recipe, but add a little soy sauce. Try it! It’s so good!
I have used frozen green beans for the casserole. I have yet to find one that I really like, so I rarely make it.
I used canned green beans but typically do everything else very similar. Delicious
I’ve never had this with fresh green beans. I always use canned. This is worth a try! Thanks for sharing!
This is a dish I always saw advertised around the holidays but our family never made this. I didn’t try it until about age 40 when my husbands sister served it at Christmas Eve dinner. Sorry, not a fan.
I trim fresh green beans steam them lightly then sauté in butter and olive oil either diced red onion crumped bacon and slivered almonds. My BF was a big fan of green bean casserole until he had my holiday green beans.
Interestingly a couple of years ago I learned my mom who is from back east (I’m born and raised SoCal).said she loved them!
Yep replying to myself due to grammatical errors. ADD diced red onion, chopped bacon, and slivered almonds. Of course seasoning.
We fresh green beans but tge rest is from the can. So good ! I can’t wait for Thanksgiving!
Your recipe looks amazing! I’m gathering all my thanksgiving recipes now and will give yours a go this year. I usually use fresh green beans and will do so again when I make this recipe!
I use canned cuz they are the only green beans my youngest child will eat.
Looks like a interesting dish!!! Have never made something like this before. Will have to try and get back to you
We have always used the canned string beans and cream of mushroom soup as well as French’s fried onions in my family!
I like to use both canned French style and regular green Ben’s.
I make green bean casserole with fresh green beans and a made from scratch mushroom sauce. The best part my family loves is I fry shallots and onions for the top.
Canned all the way!
I use canned. I have never cared for fresh or frozen
I use canned green beans!
I’ve never made green bean casserole before but I’ve got green beans canned from the garden so I’m thinking of trying one this year. This one sounds like a good recipe.
I would use canned green beans because they are quicker and easier. But I do love fresh ones more.
Love your recipe with homemade ingredients. We are a family of two so we reduce the amts but the flavor is there. A little parm on top also is good.
I’m not a green bean casserole person. Lol
No holiday is complete without green bean casserole. Always a favorite for our family.
I use canned green beans in mine
We use canned, regular cut green beans. Found a new recipes that includes shredded cheese we will try this year.
I’ve never tried green bean casserole before but this one looks yummy!
This Green Bean Casserole looks so yummy! I actually have never eaten it like this! I have only eaten it when someone makes it from canned green beans! And that’s how I make it! I would love to try yours!!
Fresh Green beans take it to another level
This recipe is yummy! I usually use frozen green beans. I don’t love cream of mushroom soup so I use cream of celery or cream of chicken with herbs.
I use canned green beans and add a little bit of bacon!
I use canned French cut beans, otherwise use the normal recipe.
If I don’t have fresh green beans I always use frozen never canned
Never made Green Bean Casserole
I must try
I have never made green bean casserole I must try it :)
I love green bean casserole!
I’ve been wanting to try a more from scratch GB casserole, this sound tasty and looks doable.
Will try this year
Fresh for us always better. I can toss them in a little bacon grease prior
I add a splash of Worcestershire sauce!! So good!!
This looks so yummy. Definitely a must try!
I like to use frozen green beans when I make green bean casserole. I also add extra French’s fried onions as I love the extra crunchiness.
Using fresh green beans I’m sure would be the best but in a pinch frozen would do
Yumm! Love this version!
Thank you for the recipe. I look forward to green bean casserole every Thanksgiving and Christmas.
I always use french style green beans are my favorite but my family loves regular can green beans
I use green giant can green beans. I can cream of mushroom soup Frenches French onion bits. Love this recipe too.
I love this recipe and always use fresh green beans
I’ll be using this recipe for Thanksgiving with fresh green beans. I’m also making a ham in the air fryer with pineapple and brown sugar. Thanks!
Canned beans for us. One iof my favorite holiday dished.
I use Fresh Green Beans….thank you for doing this and spreading holiday cheer:)
I think green bean casserole is best with fresh green beans!
Fresh definitely. I never liked green bean casserole until I tried it with fresh beans
I have used all three, but my favorite is still the canned French style green beans.
I have always used the Campbell soup recipe for green bean casserole. I’ve used canned and frozen beans. I would love to make your recipe. I love that everything is from scratch and using fresh ingredients.
I do my green beans cracker barrel style-the casserole version just gives me the ick’
Fresh is always best
I use canned green beans. My husbands favorite dish.
I like it with can green beans! I follow the recipe on the can but I also add in bacon and cheese!!! Yummy!!!
Hi there we make our green casserole at work for our Pittsburgh university students with frozen green beans can of cream mushroom and on top the crunchy onion things then foil wrap and put in steamer or ovens.
This sounds delicious, I always add cheddar cheese and bacon to mine
Will be making this for a Thanksgiving side this year. Definitely be using Fresh Green beans and mushrooms!!!
Canned Green Beans…
But Yumm this looks Good…
I love fresh green bean, canned of mushroom soup, and french onion! I love making it every year so yummy
I love green bean casserole! Delicious AND nutritious I use canned green beans most often, but sometimes switch it up!
We used frozen green beans.
I make my green bean casserole with 2 cans of french cut green beans, 1 cup of evaporated milk, 1 can of cream chicken soup and 2 big hand fulls of French’s fried onions. More on top the last 10 minutes. My family loves the onions.
My family uses canned green beans with extra onion topping.
Two things have to happen with green bean casserole…ONLY French’s Onions, no knock off brands to save a few pennies AND NO French style green beans, ONLY normal thick ones from a can.
Enough said
Fresh green beans always!!! Reminds of snapping beans with my grandmom when I was little.
I’ve never been a fan of green bean casserole, but this one sounds good!! I’m guess one made from scratch will taste waaaaay better than the ones I’ve made in the past using frozen green beans and canned cream of mushroom soup!! Definitely giving this a try this year!!
I’m going to have to try this! My sister can’t tolerate msg and most canned mushroom soups have it
This looks so good! I normally use canned cream of mushroom and canned green beans with onion straws on top’
I’ve never made green bean casserole with fresh green beans, just might have to try it this year!
Thanks so much for posting this recipe! My family loves green bean casserole!! We use the canned green beans! And it turns out amazing!!
Definitely going to try this recipe for thanksgiving instead of my basic go to. This sounds delicious!
I always use canned but fresh sounds better
I use canned green beans, cream of mushroom soup and cheddar cheese soup topped with French’s fried onions.
I’ve always used canned green beans thinking it saves time, but it doesn’t take longer to use fresh ones! This year I want to try this recipe! :)
Looks so yummy
I have used all three, but my favorite is canned green beans.
I luv this casserole, I have never made it. But my mom used to make the best. Miss ya mom
Always a staple for the holidays ! I always used to be in charge of making it, and I still am. Usually use canned green beans but have never made it without Campbell’s soup! Excited to give this a try!
We usually use frozen green beans, Campbell’s cream of mushroom, and French’s onions.
Although I’m not a green bean fan, it’s my husband’s favorite. I typically would use canned green beans. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Never made one before- maybe it’s time
My family has always used canned green beans in their Green Bean Casseroles–Mother in law as well, who was a stickler “for not cheating”. That being said, I would love to try it with fresh green beans this year! You’ve given wonderful tips on how to do just that successfully–THANK YOU!
I’ve always used canned green beans but I’m going to try this one now! Sounds delish. Thank you kindly.
Only use fresh green beans!
To be honest, green bean casserole is not on my holiday table. I’ve tried it with canned or fresh green beans, canned or homemade mushroom soup, but it just doesn’t appeal to my family. There are other green vegetable dishes we prefer.
Truth be told I’ve never made green bean casserole from scratch. Your recipe sounds divine. I’ll have to give it a try this year. Also, I like to add water chestnuts to mine.
This is the best, the homemade onions make it perfect!
I have never had green bean casserole. It’s not popular here where I live. We eat vegetables considered “in season.” For example, baked acorn squash with a bit of butter and brown sugar on top is delicious! Sweet potatoes are eaten mashed at dinner, never for dessert! I do love that your casserole uses fresh green beans. I am going to make it when the Farm Stands offer fresh green beans. Thank-you so much for such easy to follow recipes. I am definitely a better cook.
Excelente receta, muy acorde a esta época para compartir con la familia. Saludos desde Guatemala
Thank You for sharing this recipe! I must try it with your recipe for the homemade Mushroom soup! I have always used can greens, can mushroom soup, French’s can onions, etc. BUT! MUST try this recipe and Enjoy the difference of the fresh ingredients! HaPpY ThANKsGiVinG!
I use the French style tin green beans with the Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom with garlic/herbs! It gives a subtle upgrade without turning off the traditionalists!
Oohhhh…. this is also yummy if you use frozen broccoli.
Would you believe….we don’t make it! I’m excited to try yours though!
I’ve never had this with fresh green beans but it sounds really good. I don’t like green beans frozen or the regular cut. I do like French style beans though!!! We make ours with mushroom soup and sour cream for the sauce. Your recipe does sound amazing!!
Fresh green beans are so good!
This looks delicious! Have you ever added almonds?
I have not, but know many who have! You can definitely add some slivered almonds for extra crunch!
I use frozen green beans. They hold up better and I love the little crunch.
I have never made green bean casserole but I would use fresh green beans if I did!
I use the “traditional” recipe, using canned green beans, cream of mushroom soup, soy sauce, milk, pepper and French’s French Fried Onions. The last time around, I also added shredded cheddar cheese. This is the one recipe I don’t do as “scratch,” as I’m typically cooking the entire Thanksgiving meal (or the largest part of it), and need an “easy” dish. Your recipe looks very good, and I’ll try it soon with another meal. Thanks for all the wonderful recipes! I also enjoy receiving your emails. :)
I use frozen green beans in my green bean casserole.
This is my absolute favorite version of green bean casserole! Even my family members who were did hards for the old version have been converted thanks to your recipe & using FRESH green beans. Every recipe I w tried of yours has been a hit that we make again & again!
I prefer to use fresh green beans but will use canned in a pinch.
I tend to use frozen green beans, but I love GBC in all its variations.
I love green bean casserole made with frozen green beans..unless it’s summertime and you can get good local fresh. Your recipe is amazing!
This casserole looks fantastic thank you for sharing
Green bean casserole/hot dish as they say in Minnesota is a staple item at Thanksgiving. Fresh green beans make it taste the best!
I’ve never been a fan of green bean casserole as most recipes use canned green beans . Your recipe sounds AMAZING! I think it will change my mind! I’ll definitely be giving it a try this Thanksgiving. Thank you for sharing your talents and your recipes!
I don’t make green bean casserole. My mom and grandma always made green bean.
We use fresh green beans, with bacon, onions and black pepper. Then you add water and cook them on the stovetop all day. The water will be all gone, my family loves these!! I can’t stand green beans, so I make them for my family!!
I like to make it simple, I use canned green beans.
I love this casserole. Been eating it since I’ve been a kid. I make theCampbell’s recipe now I host. But after reading this post, I think I’ll try from scratch. Happy Thanksgiving
I don’t care for green bean casserole, but do make it for the family sometimes. I have not made this recipe. I do the easy way and use canned green beans and canned mushroom soup!
Oh, my! That mushroom sauce looks yummy! I use canned green beans but this year I’ll use this mushroom sauce!
My go-to recipe is the one on the French Fried Onions container and my family is always excited for Thanksgiving Day to come for this yummy dish. I will be giving yours a shot because it sounds amazing, but not too sure about my family who thrives on traditions. Happy Thanksgiving to you and all who read this :)
Hello Jessica, Here is my variation of your Green Bean Casserole.
I use cream of mushroom soup, 8 oz cream cheese, 1 c milk, 2 c SHARP shredded cheddar, 1 small can of chopped water chestnuts and the traditional French’s fried onions. We love cheesy and the water chestnuts add a little crunch while not adding flavor.
As for the green beans, since I have a lot of other dishes to make, I go with the frozen French style green beans. I prefer the French style vs the cut green beans because of the texture. I don’t do canned at all.
I will probably keep my original recipe but like your addition of the crumbs. Except I will make them a buttery crumb topping. Any changes to my original recipe and my picky daughter will furrow her pretty eyebrows.
I def am going print this recipe up because it has a lot of good tips for storage, etc. Happy Thanksgiving! April
I use canned green beans,can of mushroom soup and top with onion rings. Have made these for over 50 years for Thanksgiving
I always make this casserole. To me it’s not Thanksgiving without it. I use canned green beans and cream soup. I do add bacon and cheddar cheese to the top with the French fried onions.
I love this recipe. I make it with canned green beans, cream of mushroom soup, french fried onion rings, and milk.
I definitely prefer making Green Bean Casserole “fresh” and homemade but my adult children prefer the good ol’ fashion green bean casserole.
We always used canned green beans when I was living at home.
I’m sorry to say that I haven’t made this casserole. I love to eat it but my sister-in-law always brings it to our gatherings!
Make this every year for both thanksgiving and Christmas! Simply the best green bean casserole we have ever had!
My husband makes this recipe every Thanksgiving and its a favorite, thank you!!
Have to say, I don’t care for green bean casserole. I’d much rather have a side of fresh green beans…I like to saute them in a little butter and serve them like that.
Great recipe, I grew up with the standard canned beans and soup, but my wife won’t even try it, neither will her family. I am going to try this recipe and see if I can get her to try it. if not, then more for me. Wish me luck
Definitely fresh green beans and homemade cream of mushroom soup. That’s what makes a perfect casserole for Thanksgiving and absolutely thinly sliced fried shallots.
This is a perfect tradition for holiday meals.
I usually make the Green Bean casserole recipe off of the Cambell soup can. But I am definitely going to make your recipe this year! I prefer to use fresh green beans but occasionally I have used frozen. I’m not a fan of canned veggies.
I make my green bean casserole the old-fashioned, easy way using canned green beans, canned soup and canned crunchy onions. Most everyone loves it except for my husband; he just wants plain green beans, ha.
Definitely fresh green beans! What a great recipe, Jessica!
I do like to use fresh green beans, make a bechamel sauce, fresh sautéed mushrooms, shiitake if you can find them, and then instead of canned fried onions, I use shallots, thinly slice and quick fry them. It’s absolutely delicious and always a hit. Thank you for all your delicious recipes. I’ve used many of them this year!!!
I love the fresh green beans and homemade soup instead of canned. I top it with thinly sliced fried shallots instead of the onion rings.
I have made a white sauce with mushrooms before that turned out great and was easier than I thought so I think I’ll try this.
I prefer canned green beans but either way it’s delicious.
I love cooking things from scratch but unfortunately I’ve never made my Green Bean Casserole that way! This recipe sounds delicious! I usually by canned green beans and canned soup.. boring but easy.
Wow! Will have to try this casserole from scratch ! Sounds delicious!
Perfect recipe for thanksgiving! I love making the green bean casserole with frozen green beans.
Yummy. I’ve never had these with mushrooms. Definitely will try.
This is such a classic and yummy casserole. I’ve tried mine different ways with breadcrumbs, slivered almonds, and garlic as a topper for a bit of a crunch, and also with Parmesan/breadcrumbs, and the classic crunchy onion rings. Oh, and Fresh Greenbeans, always!
I prefer fresh green beans, but have made it the last few years with canned. I love how your recipe has making the cream of mushroom yourself. I’m definitely going to try this one.
I love your recipes but I have to say I do not like green bean casserole. Thankfully, my family doesn’t like it either. Instead we usually roast Brussels sprouts. Great contes, though!
Your green bean casserole is lovely and very similar to mine. I do add 1 heaping Tablespoon of piementos, minced. It not only adds a nice flavorful addition but color too! Bon Appetit Chef!!!!
Green bean casserole is a standard dish, just like turkey in our house. Old traditions, but after seeing that green bean recipe, out with the old and in with the new. I m sure the family will love them.
we always prefer to utilize fresh beans at all cost…typically they come out of our own garden.
I tried this recipe before with fresh green beans, and it was a hit for my family. I will include this dish again for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Wow, homemade mushroom soup. That’s awesome. I think I’ll add bacon to the beans this time. Thanks for the idea! I like the canned french cut beans in it. :)
I have never tried your Fresh Green Bean casserole and usually make you Easy Green Bean casserole; only because I usually have all ingredients on hand in my pantry and I don’t just make it for Thanksgiving. But the fresh green bean recipe sounds delicious. I might try that one for a change. Thank you!
This is an amazing homemade recipe. I have to use a few alternate/substitute ingredients because I’m gluten free, but it’s absolutely amazing. Definitely always use fresh green beans, and fresh ingredients overall. Does wonders for the flavors!!
I agree with the onions. I use panko bread crumbs, and a bit of grating my own parmesan to spread on top. Yum!!!
I will be completely honest with you, I have never made or eaten a green bean casserole. I definitely want to try yours this Thanksgiving. I love green beans and mushrooms so I am sure it’s delicious. We usually have a version of green spaghetti made with poblano peppers, garlic mashed potatoes, and steamed broccoli and cauliflower with a cheese sauce. I will surprise the family and make your green bean casserole this year though!
I have always made green bean casserole using canned green beans and cream of mushroom soup with lots of French’s onions to top it off… but your recipe sounds delicious. Thanks for all your recipes.
As much as I love fresh green beans our family just uses canned since we always have it on hand in the pantry :)
Oh…in my heart I’d like to make it with fresh beans and homemade cream sauce but I am a one woman show and the entire meal falls on my shoulders.
That said, I make the canned recipe. I use an entire large can of French’s Onions and bake extra long til they begin to darken. It never lasts long.
I like to make mine with fresh green beans, but typically use frozen for convenience.
I can’t wait to try this version of yours!!! ‘Tis the season for green bean casserole!
I use the traditional canned French green beans with mushroom soup and French’s canned onions. I have added Parmesan cheese on top and broiled to a nice brown crisp
I have always made the tried and true recipe of canned until last year and was amazed at the difference in flavor! Now I need to take it a step further and try the homemade cream of mushroom soup!
My family makes this dish for every holiday dinner. We have always used the canned French cut beans, but I really love fresh beans ( not only healthier but they have more flavor) I will definitely be using this recipe moving forward – Thank You!
I never made a green bean casserole before but when I was planning my Canadian Thanksgiving menu this intrigued me. I made it the day ahead using fresh green beans and it was so easy to make. Everyone loved it and even myself, who doesn’t like green beans enjoyed it. Will definitely be making it again.
Canned green beans with bacon and the rest is the yummy goodness!
I use fresh green beans and canned mushroom soup, top it off canned onion rings. I do sneak a little soy sauce in it! So half old school and a touch of modern! Enjoy your holidays everyone!
This recipe was a game changer! My husband was never a fan of green bean casserole and making your homemade recipe changed his mind. Thank you. Also, I am team nutmeg, I am Italian and my nonna always taught me to add nutmeg to white sauces.
Fresh Green beans and add bacon!
Everything fresh/from scratch and no mushrooms or soup of any kind! We also use crushed Ritz crackers, as the topping, instead of the crispy onions.
I’ve always used homemade, canned green beans from our garden. I’m thinking I should give fresh green beans a try!!
We love homemade cream of ‘anything’ soup, as opposed to commercially canned soups. I’ve even tried making homemade French Fried Onions, but didn’t turn out as well. ♀️ Never tried cheese or adding bacon; perhaps I’ll try that this month!!
So Yummy! Really loved the mushroom soup. Made per your instructions and will become part of the tradition.
I like the fresh beans and my husband is a die-hard canned french beans – ugh. Also – never use knock-off onion rings – bad experience.
Thanks for all you do!
I love the extra crunch on the top! Probably my favorite with fresh beans.
I am from MN and it was standard to use canned green beans and cream of mushroom soup. I have never had it with fresh green beans because those were not readily available at Thanksgiving time. I’ve tried it with frozen, but prefer the canned. My daughter likes it so much we often make it multiple times a year! I think I will have to try it with fresh green beans next summer!
Lol… I have always made the Green Bean Casserole the short version. I am loving making the homemade version and mushroom sauce. I am sure it will taste much better than the can stuff
I’m going to make this for Thanksgiving using frozen green beans. I buy frizen vegs for everything
I used to make mine from scratch !one this one My Granddaughters make it now and they change things. I love your recipes.
I use my mom’s or sister’s canned green beans.
I lost my wife to cancer earlier this year so when I found you I was so happy to hopefully learn to cook for myself. After following your recipes I am now confident to tell my daughter in law I am doing the cooking for the holidays. Bring the kids and relax till dishes time. Already tried this out to test it and ate the whole thing myself.
While I do not eat this dish, my family prefers canned green beans and cream of celery soup.
I have always used frozen green beans and canned mushroom soup. will definitely try your recipe this year. I think it will be a great hit. Thanks.
Your recipe sounds delicious. I make a different type of green bean casserole with a vinegarette, and a topping made out of breadcrumbs, butter, and parmesan cheese. Typically make it with canned green beans. It’s one of my family’s favorites.
I always thought green bean casserole was made with canned beans and condensed soup, so I’ll be honest.. never really tried it! This version with fresh beans and no canned anything is right up my alley.. putting it on the menu for Thanksgiving!!
Fresh Green Beans please!!! Love this casserole at the Holidays
I’m sure it’s the most unhealthy way to make it, but I love the old school 1980s style with canned beans, canned cream of mushroom, canned crispy onions and American cheese. It’s my comfort food.
I add a dash of soy sauce! Usually whatever beans I have on hand.
This recipe looks/sounds delish! I am going to make it for the holiday this year, with one addition a tablespoon or two of Worcestershire- just a family thing-always had that and I think I can get the SO’s very traditional family to try this fresh and delicious version if I include the worcestershire. My family is definitely more open to changes and always looking for the clean eating dishes whenever possible. I am printing out a second copy of this recipe for the from scratch cream of mushroom- it pains me to use the canned stuff, so I am thankful to have this recipe.
Typically I think our green bean casserole is made with canned green beans.
This will probably be my first year doing most of the Thanksgiving meal myself, since we just lost my grandmother. I’m super thankful for this recipe and all the others. I’m hoping to start new traditions of making things healthier and still tasty.
I like to use drained French style green beans from a can. People can’t get enough of this casserole on any occasion!!
This looks amazing! I am definitely making this for thanksgiving!
I have always cooked fresh green beans with onions, bacon, chicken broth and seasonings. I’ll have to try this with the homemade soup.
I use the canned green beans for convenience along with the traditional recipe. I suppose I just continue to use this older recipe for “memories of family gatherings” since several have passed away that were with us then. My family enjoys the recipe with a bit of soy sauce added. I need to use your recipe and start a new tradition! Thanks for it.
We usually make it from scratch too, with fresh green beans and extra mushrooms. It’s always a hit!
I like using canned green beans just for the ease of prepping. I also make it in the crockpot adding the crunchy topping at the end.
We have always used canned green, cream of mushroom soup and French fried onions but definitely want to try your recipe with all fresh made ingredients
First of all, thank you for all you do! I have made the casserole with fresh green beans, enjoyed it! I have used cream of celery soup before when I bought them incorrectly. It was wicked good, so now I use 1 can of cr of celery and 2 of cr of mushroom.
I also add pearl onions to mine, and mix in some of the French fried onions then top it off.
I’m definitely making your recipe for the soup! Thank you!!
Look forward to green bean casserole every Thanksgiving! I usually do French cut green beans, canned or frozen. I am going to try out your recipe because I am trying to cook with less processed items, and it sounds delicious! I think I will use petite green beans (my favorite).
I do not eat mushrooms, so I always make green bean casserole without “cream of mushroom” soup. I will make my own version – and am looking forward to trying your recipe for the whole fresh version. I like fresh green beans, and when I can’t find those, will opt for frozen. Your recipe looks amazing – with the exception of the mushrooms, but that is purely a personal thing ;) lol.
I always use canned green beans for my GB casserole. I have used fresh in the past but my family didn’t care for it as much. I’m kind of excited to try the from scratch cream of mushroom soup this year! Thank you for sharing!
I use canned green beans , butter , chicken broth, onion, chicken legs. I put them all together in 10×13 cake pan.
I make my green bean casserole to suite the family. I use canned green beans, cream of chicken soup (none of us like mushrooms) a dash of Worcestershire, sprinkle of salt, few spins of the cracked pepper mill, a handful of shredded cheese (mixed in with the soup), a handful of crispy onions (also mixed in with the soup, and of course on top as well. Bake it and enjoy- easy peasy and yummy.
I love using fresh green beans…yum. i add lots of cheese and some crumbled bacon and cream of chicken soup. It isn’t the Holidays without this casserole
Traditionally this was a dish my brother-in-law always made, but this year since we aren’t going to be together, it will be up to me. Thanks for this!
I am definitely going to try this recipe for Thanksgiving this year. I have always used canned green beans for convenience; but after reading the comments I will use fresh.
Also, I never thought of adding mushrooms, but I will from now on.
Sounds so good. My family will be impressed.
Is this where green bean casserole tips are sent? Always use fresh beans, frozen 2nd choice, noooo canned for sure, use cream celery soup, shredded cheese, top with Walmart pepper/garlic onions crisps. Basic recipe, can figure out how to put together.
Seasoning also.
I prefer to use McCormick pinch of Herbs seasoning instead of salt and pepper, I also use Wonder Flour instead of regular flour because it makes the product taste more natural and less starchy.
I love to make my green bean casserole with fresh green beans. I also add some freshly grated parmesan to the topping!
Love making it with fresh green beans
I make green bean casserole for pretty much every Holiday and family get-together because it is the one dish I know my picky eaters will actually eat. We prefer canned green beans and I do add bacon bits in mine as well.
Sadly, I do not like green beans. But I do love your blog and have followed for over 10 years!
I always use fresh unless I’m in a hurry and I’ll use canned green beans. I make sure to add salt, pepper and little Mexican shredded cheese. Gives such a good flavor.
This looks delicious! I love fresh green bean casserole but it seems my family just wants the traditional made-from-cans casserole. I may have to give this one a try though!
Omg yum! I used to make the GBC based on the recipe from the canned onions and it was just okay. Started just roasting green beans with evoo and topped with Parmesan cheese for thanksgiving, but this sounds amazing!! Will be making this year!
I always do the traditional recipe with canned green beans. It brings back my child hood and all the good food my mom would make. We still eat it at gatherings to this day. I look forward to it but still make it year round.
We ALWAYS have green bean casserole (and a corn casserole) on Thanksgiving. I used to make these exclusively for holiday dinners (Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter) but I have started to occasionally make them throughout the year. Seems silly to get that casserole yumminess only three times a year!
I use canned French cut green beans, canned mushroom soup & French fried onions, using about half in the casserole as it bakes and then topping with the other half for about the last 5-10 minutes. Sometimes I mix it some sour cream if the mixture is particularly “dry” looking but you do need to be careful. My husband made it the other day and got too much sour cream and it was goopy!
I rarely use “cream of” soup anymore (really watching my salt intake) but I have been using for this casserole – maybe I’ll have to try your homemade one!
Absolutely LOVED this recipe! GBC is not one of my go to Thanksgiving recipes but your recipe has completely changed that and now I am so excited to add this beauty to our dinner party! Love the mushrooms and fresh beans. Delish!!
I typically use canned “cut” green beans for the casserole but am thinking of trying french cut next time I make it.
I use fresh green beans in my casserole! Your recipe sounds so yummy. You MUST use crispy onions!
I use cream of celery soup, as I am allergic to mushrooms. I will try the double up on the onions to make a cream of onion base later this month. Thanks for the great recipes, tips, and shortcuts!
I love Green Bean Casserole. To me, it’s what adds that special something to holiday dinners. I use canned green beans, crm of msh soup, plain greek yogurt, milk (to add some creaminess), salt, pepper, garlic powder, french fried onions and cheddar cheese for a splash of some extra special on certain days. It’s pure comfort food with Sunday meatloaf or holiday dinners.
I love this version of green casserole. Especially using fresh green beans.
Yummy. Made from scratch always better but who of us have not succumbed to the canned soup once or twice? My go-to is petite frozen green beans. Thanks for your recipe
I’m so excited to make your version! I’ve always used my mother’s well-worn recipe, which used canned green beans. I agree that using fresh green beans is a MUST.
I’m always surprised how ubiquitous this casserole seems to be as it is totally outside my family’s life experience (and I’m 70!). So I’ve never had any form of it…
Wow!! This recipe looks delicious and I’m adding it to our Friendsgiving plans to make. I do make something similar with fresh green beans. However, I slice a bunch of shallots and crisp those up in oil with salt and pepper. Those are my casserole toppings and our a tasty topping. We’ve enjoyed for many years now.
I tested this recipe this weekend because I do *NOT* play around on Thanksgiving and I just have to say… this is seriously the BEST Green Bean Casserole recipe I have ever made. My husband, who is not a GBC fan, LOVED IT. Asked me to make it again this week! So much flavor in the sauce. Thanks for sharing this!
I am so embarrassed that I have been so lazy and have done the bare minimum making the green bean casserole every year. I am so impressed with this recipe that this is what I am making this year. I just know this will be such a big hit. This sounds so yummy. I can’t wait to see their little faces be surprised this year.
The greenbeen casserole looks amazing. Will try for Thanksgiving yum
I love using fresh green beans and mushrooms in this recipe, sooo delicious!!
I made this on Thanksgiving and it was the hit of the dinner!!! Everyone loved it and bragged about my dish. It was simple yet sooOoo delicious. I think it made my boyfriend fall even more in love with me lol :)- I’m making it for Christmas dinner now too and every holiday in the future
Thank you so much for the recipe! It is truly the best and a winning recipe. Quick question: since there’s room in my 9×13 dish, is it possible to get the recipe adjusted for 12 servings?
This recipe came out amazing! I used evaporated milk instead of half and half. Will make again. The beans were perfect, not mushy and had a nice bite.
Can flour be substituted for corn starch to make this gluten free??
I’m in charge of green beans every thanksgiving because of this recipe!! I do not include the mushrooms. So delish!!
can i use heaven whipping cream instead of half n half?
i don’t have half n half
thank you!!
Yes! I would just recommend a little more chicken broth and a little less heavy cream since heavy cream is a decent amount thicker than half and half. So I would use 1 1/4 cups chicken broth and 3/4 cup heavy cream!
I was asked to bring green bean casserole for Thanksgiving dinner… I am soooooo sick of the old canned soup recipe. So I am doing a dry run this evening for the two critics in my family, my hubby & son… I think they will be impressed.
I am and after just tasting the fresh bean in some of the sauce I can tell we ha e a winner.
Love that it is a bit healthier too…. I will blow the family away when I bring this for Thanksgiving dinner…
Thanks for the change. I will do this from now on
You’re going to love it Lori! And I am sure your husband will too! ;-)
We had high hopes for this recipe, but no one in our family liked it.
What do you mean by half and half? Is that milk or cream? If cream, do you recommend a good substitute?
In the US, half and half is a common ingredient that is 50% cream and 50% milk. It’s thicker than milk and thinner than cream. Cream is a decent substitute, but can be a little too thick. So I’d recommend thinning it with milk.
Looks amazing and I can’t wait to try it! Do you think this would freeze well?
Hi Kelley! I haven’t tried freezing it, but others have commented that it freezes pretty well. Obviously better fresh, but still good!
I like my green bean cassoulet really cream, would it be ok with twice the soup?
Used this recipe and it’s waaaay better than what’s on the french’s fried onion container. Im not a fan of the texture of mushrooms, so I chopped my mushrooms very fine and used an immersion blender on the soup before mixing in the green beans. I moved the soup mixture from a skillet to a pot to do so. Can’t wait to make this again in the future!
My hubby hates green beans and he went back for seconds of this – did the mushroom free recommendation with fresh green beans and omitted the bread crumbs. Delicious! Thank you!
Absolutely delicious! The only thing I added was a hint of fresh nutmeg which made it perfect! (German grandma always taught us to add nutmeg to white cream sauces and it never disappoints.) I’ve been trying to find a good homemade substitute to the can stuff and this is AMAZING!
I have made this a few years in a row on thanksgiving and my family absolutely loves it. It really is the best! I am trying to think of ways to free up the oven, would this recipe be possible in the slow cooker?
Hmm. You may be able to keep it warm in the slow cooker, I just worry the topping wouldn’t be as good in the slow cooker.
I’ve never posted a comment on a blog before but I feel obligated to do so for this recipe because it is absolutely incredible! I searched for green bean casserole as a new dish to try 4 years ago and have used this one ever since. I’ve even pushed out the “queen” of green bean casserole in our family because this recipe just blows it out of the water. Thank you so much for sharing! I highly recommend!
Can you blanch the green beans and make the cream of mushroom the day before then assemble it the next day if u dont have room for a big casserole dish in the fridge?
Yes!
I’ve made this twice and everyone loved it. It’s sooo good and easy to make. Definitely worth doing it from scratch with fresh ingredients. My question to you is, where is your beautiful white casserole dish from? Thank you for the wonderful recipe
I LOVE the pan you used for cooking the mushroom mixture in! Can you tell me what pan it is? Or share a link? Thanks!
Hi Monica! I’m sorry I don’t know the brand, I found it years ago at Home Goods!
Delicious. I made exactly as it was written and I would not change a thing. Thanks admin sharing nice info
I can say that one of the best blogs that I have read from a long time. Lots of Love keep posting amazing stuff like this!!
This is such a game changer for the holidays. I’ve been making this for the past 3 holiday seasons. I now get requests to make this. Thank you for putting this together.
I made this dish ahead and it worked perfectly on the day. It was such a good texture. Just enough crunch but loads of flavor too. My kids loved it too. Actually my whole family loved it. I’ll be making this again soon, even without a special reason. We just want more of it. It’s such a great recipe for green bean casserole, it’s worth using the fresh beans. I think they really make the difference.
“I made this dish ahead and it worked perfectly on the day. It was such a good texture. Just enough crunch but loads of flavor too. My kids loved it too. Actually my whole family loved it. I’ll be making this again soon, even without a special reason. We just want more of it. It’s such a great recipe for green bean casserole, it’s worth using the fresh beans. I think they really make the difference.”
I forgot how many times I’ve made this recipe for thanksgiving. My family loves it!
I will never use canned cream of mushroom soup again!! This is the first Thanksgiving dinner ever that there wasn’t a huge bowl of leftover green bean casserole. People were all over it like junkyard dogs! Thank you!
I made this for the first time last Thanksgiving and it was a HUGE hit!!! I loved it and it is now a part of our traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Thank you so very much!!!
This recipe is absolutely fabulous!!! I’ve made it several times and it’s extremely popular. Thank you for sharing:)
This year I’m short on oven space. I know it wouldn’t crisp on top, but I’m wondering if you think I could make it ahead and heat it back up in a crockpot? If so, any idea how long and high you’d put it in a crockpot?
Thank you again!
Yes, I think it would be fine on warm in a crockpot as long as you aren’t ok with it not crisping up! :-)
Hello! This looks great! But I’m wondering if you have a non dairy substitute for the half and half. My son is allergic to milk and I’m hoping to make this for him to have as well!
I think something like a non-sweetened plain soy milk or oat milk will be fine!
The Campbell’s classics recipe adds the French’s fried onions in the green bean mixture as well as topping it at the end. Any comments regarding adding the French’s fried onions in the mixture as well? Thank!
I made this version last year and everyone raves about it. My daughter has decreed I can only do from scratch from now on. No more cans of soup or green beans involved if I make it.
How many servings is this?
Hello! I’ve made this recipe the last couple years and we love it! We are having a friends giving this weekend while(glamping in our trailers) and I’m wondering if making it a few day’s ahead will be okay? No bread crumbs or onions. Just the beans and cream of mushroom. Thanks for the awesome recipe!
Make this every year. Just came to grab the ingredients again for our early friendsgiving potluck next week. Wanted to thank you for sharing this recipe!
I definitely agree with the title of this dish – this is the best green bean casserole I’ve tasted. I love that the cream of mushroom is made from scratch but so simple and it tastes so good. I’m having the leftovers for lunch right now.
Not that I didn’t believe you BUT, you were totally right! This is the best version I have made & will always use this recipe in the future…….it was DELICIOUS! I applaud your genius…thankyou..
Great tutorial! I’m just about doing same thing,
This is SO amazing! It was easy to make and I literally have cravings for it, and everyone asks for the recipe when I make it! Thank you!
Awesome!Definitely adding this to our Thanksgiving menu! Love the homemade sauce! Thanks for sharing
If I use can green beans how many cans would I need
This recipe was great other than we were wondering if it needed to be 2 teaspoons of salt vs because 2 tablespoons was really salty.
Same, this was super salty. As I was making it, I was thinking this is a lot of salt.
Okay, I made this for thanksgiving and it was a huge hit with my family! My kids loved it so Much! Thank you!
Absolutely love it!!! I made it 3 times and is always a hit. My niece is allergic to Portobello mushrooms. What other can I try?
I came back to your page to tell you how delish this was!!! Oh my thank you so much for this recipe. And thank you for explaining how to blanch in that first step lol actually I was on another page for a homemaker green bean casserole recipe and it said blanch the green beans and continued on but I did not know what blanch was then I came upon your page and you actually explained the steps. Thanks for that.
I made this and it was absolutely delicious!!!! I have put it in my recipe box and will use it for future dinners Scs Thanksgivings for sure!!!! I followed the directions e scy as printed. Easy and truly a fabulous dish!!!
Made this tonight for Thanksgiving. I added 6 pieces of cooked bacon crumbled up. It was AWESOME!! My dad hates mushrooms so I didn’t tell him there were any in it. He LOVED it!! LOL. Great recipe. Thank you!
Trying this!! How about adding cheese? What do you think?
My family uses frozen green beans. Much better than canned, but less work than fresh. My mom always used the French cut green beans. I love the idea of making the “cream” part from scratch. I’ll be trying it this year. :-)
Quick question for you: I’m using frozen green beans as well. Did you still blanch them?
Frozen green beans will wind up softer anyways, so just try to cook them until *just* cooked and not over cook them.
How many servings does this recipe make?
I LOVE ❤️ this dish; and I HATE green bean casserole (the conventional one with a can of this and that…nasty!). yes, it takes a little more time but well worth it! A novice cook can make this delicious casserole easily! FABULOUS! Thank you. I have made it several times and people rave about it.
Hi I was wondering about how many this feeds? We are hosting thanksgiving for about 35 people this year!
If using canned green beans how many cans? And how many people does this feed?
In your photo the mushrooms look like smaller cremini mushrooms? Do you use the large bun size portobello mushrooms?
Disregard! I saw Patrick’s comment from a few days ago with your reply. Thank you!
I made this last year and it was delicious– though I had to leave out the mushrooms due to allergies. Have you ever made this with frozen green beans?
Hello! I’m just curious about the amount of half n half you use in the recipe? I looked over it a couple of times but either I’m somehow missing it or it’s not on there? I’m not an experienced cook so I try to stick to exact recipes :) Thanks in advance!
I’m confused about the mushrooms, it says 2 portobellos, which in my mind I figured that was the giant capped portobellos, but now I see in the picture you have three baby Bella’s. Huge difference, I already have the giant ones, how much should I use?
Hi Patrick! I re did these photos this year, but I still used the same amount of mushrooms. For the photo styling, I just only included 3 little mushrooms for the photo. I’m sorry to have confused you! Chop up those two big portobellos and you will be good to go! :-)
What kind of bread crumbs do you use? Have you tried panko crumbs with this recipe?
Any kind you have on hand are fine! I have used panic and they work perfect.
I’m so into french fried onions. Honestly, everytime I make the green bean casserole, I put a lot of fried onions to indulge my appetite Anyways, this so healthy casserole is always a great treatment!
– Natalie
If using canned green beans, how many cans would be used?
I would go with 6 cans. Don’t forget to drain them well!
We love this recipe ! Tried it last year and it’s a hit.
Thank you!
I’m trying to remember if I should double it or not… any idea on how many servings one recipe is?
Thanks!
One recipe makes one 9×13 casserole. It would easily serve 6 to 8 people a good sized serving. But if you are making a lot of casseroles/sides and people are eating a lot of different things, it could serve 12 people a smaller serving. Hope this helps!
OK so I’ve tried similar recipes to this on several occasions because I refuse to use the canned items also. The problem I run into is that after baking, it becomes watery. Even though I made my own sauce etc… it’s looks great at first but after it’s baked and sets out for a bit, it gets completely watery. I was so bummed. Any suggestions? I feel like it’s leftover moisture from the beans?
I haven’t had that issue, but I think it may be the amount of flour or thickening agent you are using in the gravy versus the water from green beans! Unless you happen to be using frozen green beans, which can hold more water than fresh green beans. So if you are using frozen, I would recommend switching to fresh!
I made this for Thanksgiving last year – OMG, AMAZING! This is definitely the BEST green bean casserole and will be my new go-to recipe.
While making it, my husband tasted the cream of mushroom soup and it was the best he’d ever had. (Yay!) Due to his intolerance to dairy, I used all chicken broth and left out the cream. It was still amazing.
So this week he is sick with strep and asked for something other than more chicken soup (I can’t imagine why. . .) and I thought of your cream of mushroom soup. This time I did 1 cup of chicken stock, 1 cup of beef broth, and 1/2 cup of heavy cream to make it a thinner soupy consistency. He LOVES it!
Thank you for posting such great recipes. <3
I made this the night before Christmas and left off the bread crumbs and onions before refrigerating. (I also used canned green beans). I allowed it to come to room temperature and then baked as directed. It was very tasty, but extremely dry, and very few people tried it. I will make it again and double the gravy amount and then I think it will be appealing.
Best recipe for it. I have done it twice. I make my own fried onions from scratch because they taste way better. If you have a fryer you can throw them in their for best results. Just soak onions in milk for hour then coat in egg and dip in flour :) so crunchy and yummy! I use red onion for a more sweeter taste. If you don’t have a fryer you can just use a pan with oil and fry that way. I’ve done both
Can this be done in a crockpot as I have no more room in my oven?
Many thanks for sending a reply.
Have a great Christmas.
I never liked green bean casserole. It was never a Thanksgiving meal I enjoyed or my family made. I think canned green beans and cream of mushroom soup together is disgusting. This year my husbands family asked me to bring this dish. Never knowing how to make it, I turn to pinterest and found this recipe. The reviews were good and no canned anything! I attempt to do all my meals homemade, no canned food. THIS DISH CHANGED MY MIND! I truly enjoyed the flavors. We didn’t add mushrooms. Some family members did not try it because they stated they did not like cream of mushroom soup. When I said it does not have it, they tried it and liked it. WHAT A HIT!!! Thank you!
I made this for our Thanksgiving dinner this year because I liked NOT using canned mushroom soup. This is an amazing recipe! Everyone loved it!!! This is now my go to recipe for green bean casserole and will be served for many regular dinners too.
Can you make in a crockpot or transfer after baking?
Also wondering this!!
Me too!
Hey Jessica…! its perfect recipe and this is tooo healthy for our health & i will trying to making this recipe. Thanks for sharing….!
Your story of how you became responsible for the green bean casserole is similar to mine! So I came across this for this year’s recipe hunt. :)
I’m having to travel about an hour this year so I plan on using my casserole crock to help with transfer/warming up there since no oven room. Do you think this would work well in a crockpot too? So looking forward to trying this, thanks for the awesome recipe!
Do you cover the casserole with foil when it goes in the oven? Or only when you want to bake it longer if its pre made?
First let me say I tried this recipe last year and it is, hands down, the best greenbean casserole I’ve ever had! Love it! I was wondering how to substitute portobello mushrooms for Crimini mushrooms. I found them at Costco and was wondering how that would work. Thanks so much and happy holidays!
I think that would be fine. Crimini are baby portobello.
Made this recipe for Friendsgiving – I like pepper so I doubled the pepper – I like soft green beans so I did not blanch. Everyone raved over it! It’s my favorite green beans casserole ever Highly highly recommend this!
Hi there! I’d love to use this recipe for my Christmas dinner. My husband can’t get enough of a good green bean casserole. I’d really like to make it ahead. Do you find that there’s a significant taste difference in a casserole that you goes straight to ge oven and one that sits overnight in the fridge? Are the mushrooms or green beans mushier or anything like that? If there’s really no big difference, I’ll definitely make it ahead. Just curious!
No, as long as you make sure not to over cook your green beans, there is not noticeable difference if you make it the day of or the day before! :-)
Just make sure not to add the bread crumbs and the crispy onions until you are ready to bake it!
Can I use baby Bella mushrooms in place of the portobello?
Yes!
This is kind of an odd question…but how soupy is the recipe? I love my green bean casserole on the soupy side and the picture looks a bit drier but I couldn’t tell. I hope you know what I mean lol
It is your standard amount. If you like extra of the gravy, you can easily double the recipe for the gravy portion!
I found this recipe on Thanksgiving, and it is so delicious!!!!! Definitely my go to green bean casserole recipe now, and new favorite thanksgiving dish. It’s so easy. The only thing I did differently was add a bit more garlic (used canned minced version) & add lots of bacon! So yummy thank you for sharing :)
Love the idea of added bacon!! So glad you enjoyed it Jessica!!!
I made this for Thanksgiving and it tasted way to salty I followed her he recipe exactly the way I was told to. Has anyone had this happen ?
Hmm. I wonder if your chicken broth was too salted? The recipe as is really does not have a ton of salt in it, so not sure what went wrong!
I love this recipe! Made for the first time last year for a potluck at work and ended making it for my family’s holiday meal too. What a big hit! Never have I made green bean casserole before this recipe and this is the only recipe I will use. I did tweak it a little because I wanted to add bacon (I always look for ways to add bacon) so instead of butter I used bacon fat. I think added a small amount of butter like a 1/2 tbsp or so but thats it. Worked out great!
All of you girls adding bacon are my favorite! Such a fun and delicious twist. I’m glad you all enjoyed it Christine!! :-)
If all you have is canned, how many cans for this recipe? Thank you!
Hi Laura, I have never used canned beans for this recipe, but I would say 4 to 5 cans.
can I leave out the mushrooms ????
She said earlier you can leave them out! :)
I have left them out before and it was still delicious!
I made this last year for thanksgiving and Christmas! It was a HUGE hit! My family were bit looking forward to having green bean casserole, but when I showed them and told them it was from scratch, they were blown away and this recipe is my favorite! I’m about to make it right now! Thank you so much for sharing!
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Love that they now love it! Happy to be a small part of your Thanksgiving! Enjoy!! :-)
I left out the mushrooms the last few times I’ve made it, but this time I’ve added them! I’m cooking it now and it’s coming out great!
Sounds great and cant wait to try it! If I make this ahead and keep in the fridge overnight, what temp should I bake it at the next day and or how long? Thanks!
It can go straight from the fridge to the oven at 350! Will probably take an extra 10 minutes to heat up – so 30 minutes total, so expect a few more minutes in the oven. Just make sure you leave it covered longer so the onions don’t burn on top!
If you make it ahead of time, when you take it out of the fridge to bake, do you have to let it sit so it gets to room temperature first or just throw it in the oven for the same 20mins?
It can go straight from the fridge to the oven! Will probably take an extra 10 minutes to heat up – so 30 minutes total, so expect a few more minutes in the oven. Just make sure you leave it covered longer so the onions don’t burn on top!
i have a lot of canned green beans id like to use, do you think it will still be good? i know fresh is better but i have no idea what else to do with these beans! :)
thank you!
Yes, you can sub in canned green beans. And yes, I think it will still be tasty, the green beans just won’t have the same crisper texture of course.
Can you double this recipe for a large crowd? If so, any modifications? Thank you!
If you double it, I would recommend making it in two separate 9×13 pans. Otherwise the ratio of crispy onions to casserole would be off. ;-)
If preparing the night before, do you let it cool before putting it in the fridge, or do you cover with foil and put it in the fridge right away??
Yes, I let it cool to room temperature, then cover it with foil and place it in the fridge!
I have never made anything like this but I love green beans so I am sure this is something I will enjoy!
Definitely adding this to our Thanksgiving menu! Love the homemade sauce!
I know what side dish will be at my Thanksgiving dinner!
I love that this doesn’t use any cream of mushroom soup!
I love make ahead recipes, especially ones I can make for a crowd.
I’m with Julie on the making it ahead thing. Wouldn’t the bread crumbs and onions get soggy in the fridge? Also do you bake it completely and then heat it up? If so how hot how long. Could I just put it all together and wait to bake it just before?
Panko bread crumbs or Italian?
I use Italian but either will work!
This sounds great and I would like to try it. Would this be good with vegetable broth instead of chicken broth? Thanks!
Yes, vegetable broth will work just fine!
If you premade this casserole, do you cook it let it cool store in fridge and use the next day? Also, should you add the frackers and onions the next day when you reheat it? Thank you
Hope you enjoy it! I always make it ahead (maximum 24 hours before). Here are the directions with a make ahead break in bold:
Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 casserole dish, set aside.
Blanch the beans: In a large pot, bring about a gallon of water and 2 tablespoons of salt to a boil. Add the green beans and boil for 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately plunge the beans into a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
Melt butter in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and onions, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to soften, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms, salt and pepper and continue to cook for another 1 to 2 minutes.
Sprinkle in the flour and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth and stir to combine. Then add the half and half and simmer until the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
Remove from the heat and stir in all of the green beans. Transfer green bean mixture to prepared casserole dish.
COVER WITH FOIL AND STORE IN FRIDGE UNTIL READY TO BAKE. THEN…
Top with the bread crumbs and then layer the french fried onions on top.
Place casserole in the oven and bake until bubbly, about 20 minutes. Serve immediately!
I am going to try this for this year’s thanksgiving. Looks amazing!
I am trying this recipe for thanksgiving next week :) would it still be good if I made it the day before?? I’ll add breadcrumbs and French fried onions the day of before I put it in the oven.
Yes! As long as you wait to add the breadcrumbs and fried onions right before you put it in the oven — it will be great. Hope you enjoy it!! :-)
This was simply delicious. Have been warned to have it at the next family gathering!
absolutely amazing dish, my whole family loved it! It’s so much better than the canned crap. Thank you this is a staple from here on out.
Yup! This IS the Best Green Bean Casserole! Thanks for sharing!
I’ve been hunting up and down pinterest for a standout recipe. I read this one and I’m sold. I’m excited to cook this up today.
I used just table salt, and it came out really salty. Still have to bake it but I’m skeptical how it is gonna come out. I would cit the salt in half if using regular salt
about how much does it cost??
I go assigned.this diah
Thank u
Ima add some bacon on top
Ill let u know how it goes
Happy thanksgiving all
Love
From the wolfe family
This looks awesome! Green bean casserole is one of my favorites!
I featured this post in a Thanksgiving round-up today. I hope you don’t mind!
this is similar to the recipe I found for Alton Brown’s green bean casserole that I used last year :)
http://foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/best-ever-green-bean-casserole-recipe.html
Can you use can or frozen green beans for this recipe?
You can use canned or frozen, but the point of this particular recipe is to use fresh for a much better taste than the traditional recipe. However, you can always use canned if that’s what you prefer.
I can’t wait to make this next week for Thanksgiving! What do you think about a little shredded cheddar cheese sprinkled on top before bread crumbs and onions? Yay or nay?
Can you make this as a freezer meal, and bake it from frozen or no???
Mine is currently in the oven! The mixture tasted delicious! I also added a little Parmesan cheese to the top with the fried onions, and a spray of I can’t believe it’s not butter to it so the onions get a nice golden color….thanks so much for the recipe!
Is it possible to make the beginning portion to wear you add the green beans to the mixture and then put the casserole dish in the fridge until the next day? Then add bread crumbs and onions and bake?
If so – how long should you bake it?
Or should you bake the entire thing the day before and just reheat? If so how long to reheat? Thanks!!
Yup that’s how I make it ahead. Just put the bread crumbs and onions on top as soon as you are ready to actually bake it.
I would not bake it and then reheat. :-)
Thank you for this recipe! It was so easy, especially since I made it ahead of time. Everyone loved it and I’ll be making it again for Christmas! :)
Made this for Thanksgiving and it was soo delicious! Probably my favorite dish I made out of the whole day. I’m still craving it and definitely will be making it more in the future :)
I made this for Thanksgiving and everyone raved about it! It will be a regular from now on!
Oops! ^ from now on
It was a hit and I was told to make it from now
Well, I just made this now and I can not wait to taste it tomorrow!!! I really enjoyed making everything from scratch and I really hope that this turns out for my sake!!! Grandma had to work this year and I am in charge of making everything, so I thought I would slip past the “traditional recipes” this year and do it all my way. Hey if no one likes any of my food, there’s still some cereal in the cupboard!!! Happy Turkey Day!!!
When you say you can make it ahead, do you mean you should bake it and then heat it up the next day? or, just assemble it and refrigerate it and then bake it when ready? I’m wondering if the breadcrumbs and onions would get soggy in the fridge?
I just made a slightly lighter Green Bean Casserole over the weekend that I found on another blog. Your version looks very similar and great. Love the photos.
What if I do not have fresh green beans? Can you use frozen green beans? If so, how many? Thanks!
I was assigned green bean casserole for my in-laws thanksgiving, because as my
Mother-in-law put it “it’s really easy” (I’m sure she didn’t mean anything by that, right?;) ) well I’m going to blow them away with this recipe, so thank you!
You have to come back and tell me what they thought! ;-)
I am definetely going to have to try this green bean casserole. I am so tired of the usual cream of mushroom soup green bean casserole. Great recipe!
Have you ever made this ahead and then just popped it into the oven when needed?
Yup! Here is a qoute from what I said above:
“Plus, it is a perfect make ahead dish. If you prepare it ahead, store it in the fridge until you get ready to eat. Then pop it into the oven to heat up!”
Cant tell you how excited I am to try out this recipe tomorrow. I want to make it the day before and put in the oven on Thanksgiving, like you suggested. With that said does the cooking time change if it is coming right from the fridge? Or should I let it get to room temp from the fridge and then cook it for the 20 mins?
It can go straight from the fridge to the oven at 350! Will probably take an extra 10 minutes to heat up – so 30 minutes total, so expect a few more minutes in the oven. Just make sure you leave it covered longer so the onions don’t burn on top! Hope you enjoy it. Happy (early) Thanksgiving!
I wish you had also posted instructions on how to make the onions from scratch as well, you may think it is a waste of time, but I am ingredient conscious and would love to have an inkling on how to reproduce those yummy crunchy onions without all the chemicals the big manufacturing companies like to add to our food…bummer, well at least I can make the rest of it, thanks for the recipe, this was something that would have been sorely missed…
Hi Eileen,
I did not post instructions for the onions (or a recipe) because I did not like them. They were not crispy and did not taste like the fried ones at all. I do not share recipes for things that I do not think taste good!
Please feel free to google and try out any of the many recipes out there. Just be warned, they don’t taste anything like the canned version.
Also, I would like to point out that the ingredients in French’s Fried Onions do not have a lot of unnecessary chemicals. The ingredients are: Palm Oil, Wheat Flour, Onions, Soy Flour, Salt and Dextrose. That’s Oil, Flour, Onions, Flour, Salt and Sugar. Nothing scary about that in my book.
Have a great Thanksgiving!
Can you use frozen green beans in this recipe if they are thawed first?
Then look one up are you kidding me? Be grateful she gave you this recipe.
yea no kidding
Very tasty. I used Better Than Bouillon brand of vegetarian “No Chicken Base” and it was great. Thank you for sharing this!
I’m always in charge of green bean casserole too! We make a small batch of it all the time for dinner at my house. We go with all canned things, but yours looks so good and easy! I’ll definitely have to try it with the homemade cream of mushroom soup. :)
I love a green bean casserole that’s from scratch! This looks great!
Green bean casserole is my favorite thanksgiving side dish :) I could totally eat a while can of those onion straws ;)
looks delish!
i totally wish I had gotten assigned green bean casserole this year now! Dang. I’ll just have to make it for myself next week to console myself (and so I won’t have to share. booyah!)
do you think since you make the mushroom soup from scratch, I could leave out the mushrooms? Will it still have enough flavor? My husband doesn’t eat mushrooms, so he never eats this dish.
I think with the garlic and onions it will. I personally am not a huge fan of most mushrooms, but I do enjoy the portobello ones in this! But if your husband is 100% against them – I think it’s worth a shot to try leaving them out. ;-)
My dad is 100% against mushrooms and green beans but for me he tried this dish and absolutely loved it!
One thing I do is I dice and cook about 3/4 lb of bacon – spoon cooked bacon on to a plate and use the fat of the bacon instead of butter.
Oh! How tempting! I’ve never tried this dish (we are venezuelan-american in this household) but I think is time to add it to the feast. Thank you for the recipe Jessica!
I love a good green bean casserole from scratch! Actually, I never realized how much I like it until my father in law insisted one Thanksgiving, and I couldn’t stop scoopin’! Yours looks amazing, Jess.
Aww man, this definitely does look like the perfect. I am sooooo trying this!
You are killing me with your photography! I never though I’d say (or type) that Green Bean Casserole looks beautiful …but there you go; I just did.