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Easy Green Bean Casserole Recipe

Make this easy green bean casserole recipe with Ritz crackers for a buttery, crispy topping. Ready in 30 minutes with canned green beans, cheddar cheese, and sour cream, perfect for Thanksgiving.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy green bean casserole, green bean casserole
Servings: 6
Calories: 288kcal
Author: LaKita Anderson

Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 8x8-inch square baking dish
  • 1 Small bowl for topping
  • 1 Strainer for draining green beans

Ingredients

  • For the Casserole:
  • 2 cans (14.5 oz each) French-style green beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) dry onion soup mix
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
  • For the Topping:
  • 1 cup Ritz cracker crumbs (about 30 crackers)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish and set aside. 
  • Mix casserole base: In a large bowl, combine 2 cans drained green beans, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 2 tablespoons flour, ¼ teaspoon sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, 1 ounce onion soup mix, and ½ cup sour cream. Stir gently until combined, avoid overmixing to prevent mushy beans.
    Overhead view of green bean mixture in glass mixing bowl with wooden spoon.
  • Transfer to baking dish: Spread green bean mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
    Green bean mixture spread in a white baking dish.
  • Add cheese layer: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the top in an even layer.
    Shredded cheese added to the casserole in a white baking dish.
  • Prepare topping: In a small bowl, mix 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers with 2 tablespoons melted butter until evenly coated. Spread over the cheese layer.
    Overhead view of crushed crackers and melted butter in bowl.
  • Bake: Place in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is hot and bubbly.
    Topping added to the other casserole ingredients in the baking dish.
  • Serve: Remove carefully from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving warm.
    Overhead view of finished casserole in white baking dish.

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Notes

  • Don't overmix the green bean mixture, stir gently to keep beans intact
  • For make-ahead: Assemble through step 4, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add cracker topping before baking
  • Substitute any buttery crackers (Club, Town House) for Ritz if preferred

Nutrition

Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 1012mg | Potassium: 290mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1146IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 213mg | Iron: 2mg
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