Description
This Green Bean Casserole with Tater Tots is an irresistibly cozy and cheesy twist on the classic holiday side dish. Featuring tender green beans mixed in a creamy mushroom sauce topped with crispy tater tots and French fried onions, this casserole offers a comforting and fun way to enjoy a beloved comfort food favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce and Casserole Base
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup French fried onions, divided
- 1 (28 oz) bag frozen tater tots
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Mix the Sauce: In a large bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir them together until smooth and well blended to create a creamy base.
- Add Green Beans and Cheese: Stir the thawed green beans, shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the French fried onions into the sauce mixture, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the green bean mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Arrange the frozen tater tots on top in a single layer to ensure they get crispy during baking.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole uncovered in the oven and bake for 40–45 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy on top.
- Add Final Topping: Sprinkle the remaining French fried onions over the baked casserole and return it to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the onions to toast and add extra crunch.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven, let the casserole cool slightly for a few minutes to set, then serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- For added flavor, mix in cooked bacon or sautéed mushrooms to the casserole base before baking.
- You can use fresh green beans instead of frozen; just blanch them first to soften.
- This casserole makes a fantastic, fun twist on a classic holiday side, perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
