For an extra layer of flavor, try using a sharp cheddar cheese. If you prefer fresh green beans, blanch them before adding them to the skillet. To prevent the fried onions from burning, you can add them during the last 15 minutes of baking.
Elevate your holiday spread with this Green Bean Casserole with Cheese, a sophisticated twist on the classic side dish. Creamy, cheesy, and undeniably delicious, it's destined to become a new family favorite.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add flour and stir slowly until it forms a smooth paste. Quickly stir in green beans, sour cream, salt, and sugar before the flour paste becomes too thick or overcooked. Continue to cook and stir occasionally over medium heat until green beans have thawed and started to cook, 7 to 10 minutes.
Transfer hot mixture to a large mixing bowl and gently stir in 1 cup of Cheddar cheese and 1 cup of fried onions until evenly mixed. Transfer to a 2 1/2-quart casserole dish and top with remaining Cheddar and onions.
Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 30 minutes.
For an extra layer of flavor, try using a sharp cheddar cheese. If you prefer fresh green beans, blanch them before adding them to the skillet. To prevent the fried onions from burning, you can add them during the last 15 minutes of baking.
Josephine Pollich
Jul 1, 2025I used fresh green beans and it turned out perfectly. Will definitely make this again!
Odell Sawayn
Jun 30, 2025Easy to follow and delicious. A definite keeper!
Helen Bruenhyatt
Jun 28, 2025I've never been a huge fan of green bean casserole, but this version converted me! So good!
Claud Stark
Jun 9, 2025My family loved this! I added some cooked bacon and it was a huge hit.
Quentin Lind
Jun 4, 2025I thought the sour cream would make it tangy but it just added a perfect richness. Great recipe!
Nina Dietrich
May 23, 2025A great twist on an old classic
Estella Hoeger
May 23, 2025This was so much better than the traditional recipe! The cheese made it so creamy and flavorful.
Sheldon Turner
May 15, 2025I doubled the cheese... because why not? It was amazing!