Description
Recreate the beloved Classic Campbell’s Green Bean Casserole. This easy, creamy side dish brings nostalgic comfort to any meal, just like Mama Tessa makes it.
Ingredients
Scale
- Base Ingredients:
- 1 ½ lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
- Creamy Sauce:
- 1 (10.5 oz) can Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Crispy Topping:
- 1 (6 oz) can French fried onions
Instructions
- Get Those Beans Ready:: First things first, let’s get those green beans tender-crisp. I usually steam them for about 5-7 minutes, or boil them for 3-5 minutes, until they’re bright green and have a little bite. Remember that time I forgot to drain them? Yeah, don’t do that. Make sure they’re really well-drained, almost dry, so your casserole isn’t watery. You want that vibrant green color, not limp, sad beans!
- Mix Up the Creamy Goodness:: In a big mixing bowl, gently whisk together that glorious can of Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup with the milk, soy sauce, and a good few grinds of black pepper. This is where the magic starts to happen, creating that signature creamy base. Make sure it’s smooth, no lumps, okay? I once rushed this and had little pockets of unmixed soup—oops! Just take your time, it’s worth it.
- Combine and Conquer:: Now, carefully fold your drained green beans into the creamy soup mixture. Make sure every bean is lovingly coated. This step always smells so comforting, even before it hits the oven. Then, gently stir in about half of those delicious French fried onions. Yes, half! The rest are for the top, trust me. Don’t overmix, just enough to combine everything.
- Into the Baking Dish It Goes:: Pour the whole delicious concoction into your 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly so every bit gets that lovely heat. I always take a moment to admire my handiwork here; it’s looking good! Sometimes I accidentally slosh a little over the side, but hey, that’s just part of the real kitchen experience, right? No biggie, just wipe it up.
- Time to Bake and Bubble:: Pop that dish into a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20-25 minutes. You’re looking for it to get all bubbly around the edges. This is when your kitchen will start smelling absolutely divine. It’s the kind of smell that makes everyone wander in, asking “What’s for dinner?” Keep an eye on it; you don’t want it drying out too much.
- The Grand Finale: Crispy Topping!: Finally, pull the casserole out and sprinkle the remaining French fried onions all over the top. Then, return it to the oven for another 5-10 minutes, or until those onions are golden brown and super crispy. Oh, the texture! It’s what makes this Classic Campbell’s Green Bean Casserole so iconic. The contrast between creamy and crunchy is everything. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving, if you can resist!