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Green Bean Casserole with Tater Tots Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Green Bean Casserole with Tater Tots is a comforting and easy-to-make side dish perfect for holidays or family meals. It features fresh green beans sautéed with onions and garlic, mixed with a creamy mushroom soup base and cheddar cheese, then topped with crispy tater tots and fried onions for a delightful texture and flavor combination.

Ingredients

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Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Wet Ingredients & Dairy

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup milk

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Cheese & Toppings

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 bag (32 ounces) frozen tater tots
  • 1/2 cup French fried onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Blanch Green Beans: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the trimmed green beans and blanch them for 4 to 5 minutes until just tender but still crisp. Drain thoroughly and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
  4. Mix the Casserole Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, soy sauce, black pepper, and salt. Stir until smooth and well mixed. Fold in the sautéed onion and garlic mixture, blanched green beans, and shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  5. Assemble the Casserole: Spread the green bean mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Add Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the top of the casserole, covering the entire surface.
  7. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the tater tots become golden brown and crispy.
  8. Add French Fried Onions and Finish Baking: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the French fried onions evenly over the top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes to crisp the onions.
  9. Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and the casserole to set.

Notes

  • You can substitute canned green beans if fresh are not available; just be sure to drain them well to avoid a watery casserole.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding cooked crumbled bacon or a pinch of smoked paprika to the mixture before baking.
  • This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator; bake just before serving to save time on the day of your meal.

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