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Cream Cheese Green Bean Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cream Cheese Green Bean Casserole is a creamy and cheesy twist on the classic holiday side dish. Featuring fresh green beans, softened cream cheese, sour cream, and crispy fried onions, it’s baked to bubbly perfection and topped with extra crunchy onions for a delightful texture contrast. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy family meal, this casserole offers rich flavors with a smooth, velvety sauce and a crispy topping that will become a crowd favorite.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Dairy

  • 1 lb fresh green beans (trimmed and halved)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1 cup crispy fried onions (plus more for topping)

Seasonings

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Blanch Green Beans: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the trimmed green beans and cook for 4–5 minutes until they are tender but still retain their bright green color. Drain them well and set aside.
  3. Sauté Aromatics and Make Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté the finely chopped onion for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute to release its aroma. Lower the heat and stir in the softened cream cheese until it melts and the mixture becomes smooth. Then add sour cream, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix thoroughly to create a creamy sauce.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Stir the blanched green beans, shredded cheddar cheese (if using), and one cup of crispy fried onions into the sauce. Mix everything until the green beans are fully coated and the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  5. Assemble and Bake: Transfer the entire mixture to the greased baking dish and bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and hot throughout.
  6. Add Topping and Finish Baking: Remove the casserole from the oven, sprinkle extra crispy fried onions on top for a crunchy finish, then bake for an additional 5 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy your creamy, comforting green bean casserole.

Notes

  • You can use frozen green beans that have been thawed and drained as a convenient shortcut.
  • Adding mushrooms or cooked bacon can enhance the dish with extra flavor and texture.
  • This casserole can be assembled in advance and refrigerated; simply bake just before serving to save time during meal prep.

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