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Green Beans Au Gratin

Cultural Context

Green Beans Au Gratin is a classic American side dish that combines fresh green beans with a creamy cheese sauce, often served during holiday meals and family gatherings. This comforting dish showcases the versatility of green beans and the beloved tradition of 'au gratin' cooking, where ingredients are baked with a crispy topping. Today, variations abound, with some incorporating crispy fried onions or different types of cheese, making it a favorite in many households across the United States.

AmericanUSside
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 10.oz can of cream of mushroom soup
1/8 cup of cream
1/8 cup of parmesan cheese
1 16oz of frozen green beans (defrosted)
1/3 cup of French's crispy fried onion
1/3 cup of French's crispy fried onion
1/8 cup of parmesan cheese

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still melting well.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°.

2

In a large bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom soup, cream, and parmesan cheese.

3

Toss in the frozen green beans and French's crispy fried onion, and fold into the sauce.

4

Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and smooth out the top.

5

Top with additional French's crispy fried onion and parmesan cheese.

6

Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.

7

Remove the cover and bake for another 20 minutes.

8

Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

casserole dishlarge bowlaluminum foil

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Green Bean CasseroleGreen Beans with Cheese

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