This Green Bean Casserole without Mushroom Soup is the perfect, classic green bean casserole just like Grandma use to make. However, you do not need the cream of mushroom soup.
The recipe is best for people who love to make everything from scratch and want to control all the ingredients to ensure their family has the best delectable side with a crispy onion topping.
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Classic Green Bean Casserole
This classic vegetable side has garnished our tables since the 1950’s. Now you can elevate this dish by making a more homemade version. The Green Bean Casserole without Mushroom Soup is the best way to make a tender, creamy, fulfilling side that everyone will be happy to eat.
Why This Homemade Green Bean Casserole Recipe is a Keeper
This easy green bean casserole is perfect for Thanksgiving Dinner or for Sunday dinner. It is easy to make healthier or spicier or even more decadent by just changing up some of the ingredients.
- 30 Minutes to Make: Truly it takes no time at to make this favorite.
- Easy Ingredients: All found in pantry, freezer or refrigerator.
- Family Friendly: It has been on the table at family functions for decades. Therefore you know it is a family favorite. This version of green bean casserole is amazing. Serving this casserole to your family will be a big hit!
- Adaptable: Prepare the casserole low-carb, meat free, dairy free, etc…
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Which is better frozen green beans or canned green beans?
Really either are acceptable. Both have their pros and cons. Canned green beans can be very salty and can be overcooked. Frozen green beans can be frost bitten. Therefore, use what you like and use what you have, as either will work well in this dish without cream of mushroom soup.
Ingredient Notes for Best Baking Dish of Green Beans Casserole
- Green Beans: Use Fresh green beans, use frozen green beans or use canned green beans. If using fresh, blanch the green beans first. For this we are using green bean casserole with canned green beans.
- Mushrooms: Button Mushrooms, Baby Bella mushrooms or honestly whatever you need.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions to Make Green Bean Casserole without Soup and Fried Onions
This green bean casserole without cream of mushroom soup is wonderful but there are many variations that you can do to make this casserole dish even better.
- Crispy Fried Onions: Since you are making your own scratch version of this side without canned soup, make your own fried onions too.
- Sour Cream: Feel free to add sour cream or cream cheese in place of the milk to make the cream sauce to make the casserole.
- Make ahead: Get a jump start on your preparations and make this traditional green bean casserole the day before and just do not put the fried onion on top.
How to Make Green Bean Casserole
You can make this green bean casserole from scratch in no time and be so happy that you took the time to make it your way. Making this recipe is so easy. This green bean casserole is made without cream of chicken soup and taste just as good as the canned soup version.
These are the basic steps for making classic green bean casserole. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
STEP 1: Prep
First, preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Next spray a 13×9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Then place prepared green beans in a colander over large bowl and allow to drain.
STEP 2: In a Skillet Melt the Butter
Next add 2 tablespoons of butter to a deep skillet and melt over medium heat. Add the onions and mushrooms and cook for5-8 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
STEP 3: Make a Roux and Add the Green Beans
Then transfer the drained green beans to a large bowl and add the cooked vegetables. Then add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat. Next add the garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Then stir in the flour and whisk for about minute. The mixture should resemble paste.
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STEP 4: Milk
Next, slowly add the milk, whisking constantly. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens and is bubbly. Add in the chopped thyme and All Purpose Seasoning Blend. Next, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, whisking continuously. Then pour the cheese sauce over the bean mixture and stir to combine. Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it out in an even layer.
STEP 5: Add the Fried Onions on Top of the Casserole
Finally, top with the French fried onions and then bake for 20 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Recipe FAQs about the Green Bean Casserole without Mushroom Soup
Expert Tips for Making This Fresh Green Beans Casserole Recipe
You will love this recipe as the green bean casserole is one of everyone’s favorite dishes. Plus there is no need for canned cream of mushroom soup.
- Double: Simply increase the ingredients proportionately to make this easy recipe for a crowd.
- Add Bacon: Bacon bits, even saute your onions in the bacon grease for more flavor to the Green Bean Casserole without Mushroom Soup.
- Alternate ingredient: Try adding a little chicken broth to this wonderful recipe.
- Cheese: Try a sprinkle of parmesan cheese or cheddar cheese to the top of this great recipe making it a cheesy green bean casserole.
- Beans: Make this Green bean casserole with French cut green beans are wonderful in this no soup version.
- Make Ahead: Make casserole ahead of time just do not add the crispy topping until ready to bake this easy homemade casserole. Casserole can be stored in an airtight container.
What to Serve with the Best Green Bean Casserole Recipes
Green Bean Casserole without Mushroom Soup
Ingredients
- 32 ounces Green beans, cooked according to package instructions and drained
- 5 tablespoons Butter, divided
- 8 ounces Mushrooms, cleaned and chopped
- 1 Onion, medium, diced
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons Flour
- 1 ½ cups Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 ½ teaspoons All Purpose Seasoning Blend
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded sharp
- 3 cups French fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray a 13×9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place prepared green beans in a colander over large bowl and allow to drain.
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter to a deep skillet and melt over medium heat.
- Add the onions and mushrooms and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
- Transfer the drained green beans to a large bowl and add the cooked vegetables.
- Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
- Stir in the flour and whisk for about minute. The mixture should resemble paste.
- Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens and is bubbly.
- Add in the chopped thyme and All Purpose Seasoning Blend.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, whisking until the cheese is melted.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the bean mixture and stir until everything is combined.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it out in an even layer. Top with the French fried onions.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Expert Tips
- Double: Simply increase the ingredients proportionately to make this easy recipe for a crowd.
- Add Bacon: Bacon bits, even saute your onions in the bacon grease for more flavor to the Green Bean Casserole without Mushroom Soup.
- Alternate ingredient: Try adding a little chicken broth to this wonderful recipe.
- Cheese: Try a sprinkle of parmesan cheese or cheddar cheese to the top of this great recipe making it a cheesy green bean casserole.
- Beans: Make this Green bean casserole with French cut green beans are wonderful in this no soup version.
- Make Ahead: Make casserole ahead of time just do not add the crispy topping until ready to bake this easy homemade casserole. Casserole can be stored in an airtight container.