Reviewed: Dec. 3, 2008

You really need the 3 cans of beans. The French cut style are more compact than the whole cut ones. To those who had a runniness problem I squeezed the excess water out of the beans in addition to simply draining them. I think I actually like them better than the whole cut green beans. I wanted to do something a little dressier with the GB casserole this holiday and I love sour cream so I figured that (1/2 cup) would be good. I used only 2 cans of beans and a whole can of mushroom soup since I hate using partial canned goods in recipes. I always end up wasting the unused portions. I used a tsp. of soy sauce because the traditional recipe uses it according to the Campbell’s site and I like soy sauce. I know the cracker topping is the highlight of this recipe but I had the FF onions (and no crackers) and I like them, so I used them. The sour cream and French green beans made this for me though. The casserole was eaten and was better this way but (personal opinion) I’m still lukewarm on whether this requisite holiday dish is as great as its reputation. I’ll make it again for regular fare but may try something snazzier next Thanksgiving.

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JUSTCYN

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Reviewed: Dec. 2, 2008

I typically despise green bean casserole and oh my, this was so amazing!! I used 3/4 cup of sour cream (Fat Free), and used a sprinkling of the crushed up Ritz crackers (Reduced Fat) in the casserole so it would soak some of it up. I also used 3/4 can of the soup (Low Sodium.) I am seriously in love with this! Making these changes really helps cut down on the fat and makes it that much more nutritious!! I also sprinkled some Parmesan cheese since we are cheese lovers. Love it and will make it often!!

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ErinLiz

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Reviewed: Dec. 1, 2008

This was a huge hit at Thanksgiving! I used fresh, steamed green beans. I also added some french fried onions in with the beans (because I couldn't be without them) but stuck with the ritz crackers on top. Delicious! There was not one bite left over!

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Reviewed: Nov. 30, 2008

I've never been a huge fan of the ol' Green Bean Casserole, but this was surprisingly good. I don't like things too salty, so I used half unsalted beans, plus reduced salt soup. Next time, I want to try it with fresh or frozen beans to make it even more classy ;). This is the newest addition to my Thanksgiving menu.

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Reviewed: Nov. 28, 2008

Yesterday (Thanksgiving 2008), my family & guests loved this recipe. As-is, it deserves 5 stars, Based on personal preference, I suggest the following: (A) Add 4 T diced onion when blending essential ingredients, & (B) Depending on the size of your baking dish, you may need to double the amount of butter & crackers (I used a large but shallow Corning dish).

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INDEE

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Reviewed: Nov. 28, 2008

I used my own recipe for the contents of the casserole, and am only reviewing the crushed Ritz cracker topping, which I tried for the first time after reading this recipe. I'm sorry to say, but I didn't really care for the topping very much. It didn't add any flavor to the casserole, and gave the casserole sort of a mealy texture that I didn't care for, but it did look nice coming out of the oven.

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VesHeill

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Reviewed: Nov. 27, 2008

I do not like green bean casserole, but my family does. They loved this :).

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Sunny

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Reviewed: Nov. 21, 2008

great recipe, what I first thought was interesting was the use of sour cream. next time I think I will add a can of beens, bacon pieces, and cheese.

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Rick

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Reviewed: Oct. 8, 2008

I've only made this recipe when I'm cooking for alot of people. I've found that you can use 5-6 cans of the green beans and keep all of the other ingredients the same; it tastes great and makes it less runny.

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Reviewed: Oct. 4, 2008

I was really pumped to make this recipe, because it was one of the few recipes that I found that didnt call for milk [I just ran out] and I had lots of sour cream that I wanted to use up. I made this in two smaller dishes, I put the cracker topping on one and cracker & cheese on the other, like another reviewer mentioned. I baked this for 25 minutes and it looked delish when I took it out of the oven. I scooped a bunch in a bowl and started eating it, but after a few bites I got sick of it. Its too sour creamy for my taste[I only used 1/2 cup]. Probably not something I will make again, but thanks for the recipe.

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Reviewed: May 17, 2008

This was great. Quick and simple. I did make a slight change, though. I used coarsely processed slightly old bread cut with some asiago cheese for the topping and like a previous reviewer suggested I added about a half a can of sweet corn.

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Reviewed: Apr. 26, 2008

This is a really good and simple recipe. Great way to get both my kids to eat their green beans. They usually don't like them at all. I love that this doesn't require the french fried onions since I can never remember to buy them! I only used 1 can of green beans and a 1/3 cup of sour cream and a 1/2 can of soup. Fabulous! Definitely a keeper in my book!

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Reviewed: Mar. 16, 2008

I love the cracker topping, it is so buttery and delicious. Usually when I make this I use fresh green beans, and just cut them to size and boil them for 4-5 minutes before using them in the casserole. Very tasty and enjoyed by all.

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MEG9881

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Reviewed: Jan. 29, 2008

I thought it was too runny and didn't like the flavor of the French style green beans at all.

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bonkselle23

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Reviewed: Dec. 30, 2007

Very good. A nice difference from the classic version. It's a keeper.

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Reviewed: Dec. 25, 2007

Thanks for this recipe. I was "volunteered" to make the green bean casserole for Christmas and I absolutely loath the french onion versions. This is bound to be a big hit and it is extremely easy to make, and I might even enjoy it for once. P.s. thanks for the note about the sour cream. I would have gone wrong else.

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Reviewed: Dec. 18, 2007

So good! Followed Breeze/Radiating Mom's advice and it was so good (and easy) that it has made it into my regular rotation, not just for holidays!

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MELODY0112

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Reviewed: Dec. 17, 2007

I usually make green bean casserole with fried onions, but since you can't buy them here, the crackers were excellent. And I love the name! "You stay classy, green beans."

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SusieQ

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Reviewed: Dec. 15, 2007

I have never had green bean casserole. I tried this recipe, and it was tasty, but I noticed it wasn't the classic recipe. It doesn't have the cream of mushroom soup the other recipes call for. I think I will try the classic recipes and compare them with this one. This recipe was delicious though, everyone seemed to like it. Not much left over. Isn't that what counts on Thanksgiving?

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Reviewed: Dec. 3, 2007

So good. I hate the ones with the french fried onions. This is SO much better.

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