How to Make Vintage Fresh Green Bean Casserole (circa 1956) - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic comfort food, few dishes stand the test of time quite like the green bean casserole. This beloved dish has been a staple on American dinner tables for generations, and its origins can be traced back to the 1950s. One of the most famous versions of this dish is the Vintage Fresh Green Bean Casserole, which first appeared in a 1956 cookbook and has since become a Thanksgiving tradition for many families.

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Ingredients

  • 4 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 (10.75 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 (6 ounce) can French-fried onions

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large saucepan of salted water to a boil; add green beans and cook just until slightly tender, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix green beans and cream of mushroom soup together in a bowl; spread into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the green bean mixture and top with French-fried onions.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and browned, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    333 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 40mg
    • Sodium: 692mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 335mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 385mg