Cheesy Green Bean Casserole

Name: Cheesy Green Bean Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: (2) 16 ounce green beans, drained (✅ ); 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (✅ ); 10.5 ounce cream of mushroom soup (✅ ); 1 cup whole milk; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 6 ounces French fried onions, divided (✅ )

Cheesy green bean casserole is simple to make with just 6 ingredients. Once you try this version you won’t ever go back to regular green bean casserole! Gluten-free.

Our recipe can upgrade any holiday table. From Thanksgiving to Christmas, New Years to Easter! It is creamy, cheesy and absolutely delicious. This twist on a classic green bean casserole is just what you need for any occasion.

You’ll not only learn how to make green bean casserole, but we share all the popular recipes like Corn Casserole and Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries, Brussels Sprout Apple Salad (and more!) that you can pair with this side dish.

Green Bean Casserole with Cheese

There is just something about serving green bean casserole around the holidays. It is a comfort food that everyone looks forward to enjoying.

The addition of the cheese takes this traditional recipe and adds a layer of flavor to elevate the dish.

Plus, our version is made with celiac safe ingredients (including gluten-free French fried onions!) to ensure you don’t have to compromise on flavor.

There is no doubt that Green Bean Casserole with Fresh Green Beans and Crockpot Green Bean Casserole will always be family favorites, but our cheesy version is definitely the most popular this holiday season.

Get started by gathering the equipment and ingredients then follow the written instructions or printable recipe card. Enjoy!

Equipment

Ingredients

(2) 16 ounce green beans, drained ✅
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese ✅
10.5 ounce cream of mushroom soup ✅
1 cup whole milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 ounces French fried onions, divided ✅

Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.

ingredients for green bean casserole in mixing bowl

How To Make

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Combine the ingredients

In a medium bowl, mix the green beans, cheese, cream of mushroom soup, milk, pepper. Stir until combined.

Add 1/2 of the French fried onions, mix until combined. Pour the mixture into a baking pan.

Bake

Bake the casserole for 25 minutes.

Remove and add the rest of the French-fried onions. Bake for an additional 5 minutes. Serve hot.

cheesy green bean casserole topped with gluten free fried onions

How To Serve

Cheesy green bean casserole will easily be one of the most requested dishes around the holidays. It pairs well with any main entree and complements all the famous side dishes.

Serve alongside Beef Tenderloin Recipe, Chuck Roast in the Oven, No-Boil Lasagna, Easy Sweet Potato Casserole, Brown Sugar Baked Beans, Easy Cornbread Stuffing, Gluten Free Cornbread Dressing, Gluten Free Cheesy Potatoes, or Gluten Free Scalloped Potatoes.

While green bean casserole from scratch is a great recipe to feature around the holidays, don’t stop there! It can also be served anytime of the year as a side dish. Pair with everything from Baked Pork Chops or Broiled Flank Steak to Instant Pot Meatloaf or Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes.

top down shot of cheesy green bean casserole

Frequently Asked Questions

How long to cook green bean casserole?

This casserole takes approximately 30 minutes to bake; however, total cook time does vary based on your oven. Crispy onions on the top of the dish is an indicator it is cooked and ready to serve.

Can you make in advance?

Absolutely. This dish can be assembled the day before, saving the remaining French fried onions on the side. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.

How to store?

Store leftover casserole in an airtight container once completely cooled in the fridge for up to 5 days.

How to reheat?

Reheat by microwaving in 30-second increments or by placing in a preheated oven and cooking until warm.

Kids In The Kitchen

Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.

Swap the can of cream of mushroom soup with a can of cream of chicken or make homemade Gluten Free Dairy Free Cream of Chicken Soup.
Practice your shredding skills by asking you helper to purchase a block of sharp cheddar cheese for you to shred. Don’t forget your cut glove when shredding.
The French-fried onions are “divided” in this recipe, which means you will stir 3 ounces into the casserole and add 3 ounces to the top of the casserole.

More Gluten Free Casserole Recipes

CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.

The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.

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