Description
Cheddar bay green bean casserole brings classic comfort to your holiday table with a cheesy Red Lobster-inspired twist. Crispy, golden breadcrumbs and melted cheddar elevate this traditional side dish into a crowd-pleasing sensation that will have guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) fresh green beans, trimmed and blanched
- 1 can (10.5 ounces/298 grams) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) milk
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup (80 milliliters) milk
Seasoning and Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 g) biscuit mix (like Bisquick or homemade)
- ½ cup (50 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Crispy fried onions or breadcrumbs for extra crunch
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 375F (190C) and coating a 9×13-inch baking vessel with a light grease layer to prevent sticking.
- Create a creamy foundation by whisking cream of mushroom soup with milk, integrating shredded cheddar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper into a smooth, seasoned mixture.
- Fold green beans thoroughly into the prepared sauce, ensuring each bean is generously coated with the rich, flavorful blend.
- Distribute the green bean mixture evenly across the greased baking dish, creating a uniform base layer for the upcoming topping.
- Craft the cheddar bay topping by combining biscuit mix, additional cheddar cheese, melted butter, and milk until a thick, cohesive batter emerges.
- Carefully dollop the cheddar bay batter across the green bean surface, aiming for consistent coverage and an attractive, rustic appearance.
- Transfer the assembled casserole into the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for 25-30 minutes until the topping transforms into a golden-brown crust and the edges begin to bubble energetically.
- For enhanced texture, sprinkle crispy fried onions or breadcrumbs during the final 5 minutes of baking, introducing a delightful crunch.
- Remove from the oven and permit the casserole to rest briefly, allowing flavors to settle and the dish to stabilize before serving.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of color and herbal brightness before presenting to eager diners.
Notes
- Swap green beans for mixed vegetables to create a more colorful and nutritious casserole that kids and adults will love.
- Reduce dairy by using low-fat milk and reduced-fat cheddar cheese for a lighter version without compromising flavor.
- Make the dish gluten-free by selecting a gluten-free biscuit mix and ensuring all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Create a vegetarian-friendly option by using mushroom-based cream soup and adding extra herbs like thyme or rosemary for depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg