Meat Green Bean Casserole
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Meat Green Bean Casserole, a comforting twist on the classic green bean bake. Packed with savory ground beef, tender-crisp fresh green beans, and a creamy blend of sour cream and mushroom soup, this dish is the ultimate balance of rich and wholesome flavors. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and golden French-fried onions, it delivers a delightful crunch in every bite. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, paprika, and a touch of black pepper, this one-pan wonder is easy to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep and an irresistible baked finish. Serve it as a standalone meal or alongside your favorite sides for a crowd-pleasing family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 pound Fresh green beans
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 10.5 ounces Cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 cup French-fried onions
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.
Trim and wash the green beans, then cut them into 2-inch pieces. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add the green beans, and cook for 3-4 minutes, until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 6-7 minutes, or until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
Season the beef mixture with salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir well to combine.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth.
Add the cooked green beans and beef mixture to the bowl. Stir everything together until evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Spread it out evenly and top with the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is melted.
Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the French-fried onions evenly on top. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 246.6 g | 316% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.7 g | 574% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 628 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 5493 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.5 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.1 g | ||
| Protein | 147.1 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 2008 mg | 154% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2946 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
