Campbell Soup Green Bean Casserole
A timeless American side dish, this green bean casserole combines tender green beans with a creamy mushroom sauce made from Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup. Topped with crispy French-fried onions, it delivers a comforting mix of textures and flavors that make it a perennial favorite at Thanksgiving tables and other festive gatherings.
Equipment
- Oven: Preheated to 350°F (175°C)
- Mixing Bowl: Large enough to combine all ingredients
- Casserole Dish: 1.5- to 2-quart size, lightly greased
- Measuring Cups & Spoons: For accurate ingredient portions.
- Mixing Spoon or Whisk: To blend the ingredients
- Can Opener: For canned ingredients
Ingredients
- Green Beans:
- 2 14.5 oz cans of cut green beans, drained
- Alternatively, use about 4 cups of fresh green beans, trimmed and blanched
- Cream of Mushroom Soup:
- 2 10.5 oz cans of Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup
- Milk:
- 1 cup whole milk or 2% based on your preference
- Soy Sauce:
- 1 teaspoon adds a subtle umami flavor
- Black Pepper:
- 1/4 teaspoon or to taste
- French-Fried Onions:
- 1 1/3 cups divided (approximately 1 cup mixed in, plus the remainder for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the drained green beans, Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup, milk, soy sauce, and black pepper. Stir until evenly blended.
- Add Onions: Fold 2/3 of the French-fried onions into the mixture.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture into a greased 1.5- to 2-quart casserole dish, ensuring an even spread.
- Initial Baking: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes until the mixture is bubbling and heated through.
- Top with Onions: Remove the dish from the oven, sprinkle the remaining French-fried onions evenly over the top.
- Final Bake: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the onion topping is golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm.
- Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes (25 minutes initial baking + 5 minutes with topping)
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6–8
- Category: Side Dish, Holiday Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet:
- Vegetarian (contains dairy)
- Gluten-containing (due to French-fried onions)
- Keywords
- Green Bean Casserole, Campbell Soup, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Holiday Side Dish, Thanksgiving, American Classic, Casserole, Comfort Food, French-Fried Onions, Green Beans
- Nutrition (Per Serving – Approximate, Based on 8 Servings)
- Serving Size: About 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
- Note: Nutritional values are estimates and can vary based on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Notes
Fresh vs. Canned: For an even fresher taste, substitute canned green beans with blanched fresh green beans.
Seasoning Adjustments: Taste and adjust the soy sauce and pepper as needed.
Extra Creaminess: If you prefer a creamier texture, you can add an extra 1/4 cup of milk.
Onion Watch: Keep a close eye on the French-fried onions during the final bake—they can quickly go from perfectly crisp to overly browned.
Serving Suggestion: This dish is best served warm directly from the oven and pairs wonderfully with turkey or roast beef at holiday meals.
Seasoning Adjustments: Taste and adjust the soy sauce and pepper as needed.
Extra Creaminess: If you prefer a creamier texture, you can add an extra 1/4 cup of milk.
Onion Watch: Keep a close eye on the French-fried onions during the final bake—they can quickly go from perfectly crisp to overly browned.
Serving Suggestion: This dish is best served warm directly from the oven and pairs wonderfully with turkey or roast beef at holiday meals.