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Ground Beef and Green Bean Casserole – A Comforting Dinner
Grant Logan

Ground Beef and Green Bean Casserole

This Ground Beef and Green Bean Casserole is a comforting, one-pan dinner layered with creamy mushroom sauce, tender green beans, and crispy fried onions a weeknight classic packed with nostalgic flavor and easy prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 375
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 10.5 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 14.5 oz cans green beans, drained
  • 1 1/3 cups French fried onions

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing spoon
  • 2-quart baking dish
  • oven
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, milk, soy sauce, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Add the drained green beans and gently stir until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 2-quart baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Bake uncovered for 25 minutes.
  7. Remove from oven and top with French fried onions.
  8. Return to oven and bake for 5 more minutes until topping is golden and crispy.

Notes

Use fresh or frozen green beans for a lower-sodium twist. Add shredded cheddar before baking for extra richness. Drain beef and beans well to prevent sogginess. You can also assemble the dish ahead and bake later. For gluten-free, use GF cream soup and onions.