He couldn’t believe I’d skipped the cream of mushroom soup in this green bean casserole recipe! And thanks to the crispy onions on top, my kids didn’t even bat an eye at all the fresh green beans ...

No matter what your family is eating for Christmas dinner this year, you’ll need a few winning side dishes to pull the meal ...

STEP FIVE: Remove the casserole from the oven, let it sit for at least 5 minutes, then enjoy! If I don’t have canned green beans, I’ll use frozen green beans that are thawed. They work just as well!

Guests will appreciate the fresh twist on familiar beans, and it’s one they’ll keep coming ... This dish makes a classic statement without needing fancy touches, making it the kind of side everyone ...