Green Bean Casserole With Ritz Crackers (Printable)
Tender green beans swim in creamy mushroom sauce beneath a blanket of crispy buttered Ritz cracker crumbs.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
→ Sauce
02 - 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
03 - 1/2 cup whole milk
04 - 1/2 cup sour cream
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Add-ins
09 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
10 - 1/2 cup French fried onions
→ Topping
11 - 1 sleeve (about 30 crackers) Ritz crackers, crushed
12 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth and well combined.
04 - Add green beans, cheddar cheese, and French fried onions to the sauce. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
05 - Pour the green bean mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
06 - In a small bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter. Mix until crackers are evenly coated.
07 - Sprinkle cracker mixture evenly over the casserole. Bake for 30-35 minutes until topping is golden brown and casserole is bubbling around edges.
08 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to set before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The Ritz cracker topping creates this incredible buttery crunch that everyone fights over
- It comes together in under 15 minutes of active prep time
- You can make it ahead and bake it right before dinner
02 -
- Letting the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking helps the sauce set slightly
- The topping burns easily so check at 25 minutes if your oven runs hot
03 -
- Crush crackers by hand instead of using a food processor for varied texture
- Use room temperature sour cream to prevent any lumps in your sauce