Vintage Fresh Green Bean Casserole (circa 1956)

The classic green bean casserole is even more delicious at Thanksgiving dinner when made with fresh green beans.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 333 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 (6 ounce) can French-fried onions
• 2 (10.75 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
• 4 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, grated

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Heat a large saucepan of salted water to a boil; add green beans and cook just until slightly tender, about 5 minutes. Drain.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and browned, about 30 minutes.

Step 4

Mix green beans and cream of mushroom soup together in a bowl; spread into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the green bean mixture and top with French-fried onions.