Loaded Green Bean Casserole Recipe
If you love comfort food, this Loaded Green Bean Casserole Recipe is perfect for you. It’s creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. Every bite feels like home.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh green beans trimmed
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 6 slices cooked bacon crumbled
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Boil the Green Beans
- Start by boiling water in a large pot. Add the green beans and cook for about 5 minutes. They should be tender but still crisp. Drain the beans and set them aside.
Make the Creamy Mixture
- In a large bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and butter. Add salt and pepper. Stir until everything blends well.
Add Cheese and Bacon
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon into the creamy mix. Keep a small amount aside for topping later. Stir well so every bite gets that cheesy bacon flavor.
Combine with Green Beans
- Add the cooked green beans to the bowl. Gently fold them into the creamy mixture until everything is coated evenly.
Transfer to Baking Dish
- Grease a baking dish with a little butter. Pour the green bean mixture into it and spread evenly.
Add Toppings
- Sprinkle the rest of the cheese, bacon, and crispy fried onions on top. These give the casserole its loaded and crunchy texture.
Bake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole for 25–30 minutes until it’s hot and bubbly. The top should be golden and crispy.
Serve and Enjoy
- Take it out of the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness.
Notes
- Use fresh green beans for a crisp texture.
- You can add cooked chicken for extra protein.
- Don’t overcook the beans; they taste best when slightly firm.
- Add more cheese if you want a richer flavor.
- Bake until the top is perfectly golden and crunchy.