Description
This Cheddar Bay Green Bean Casserole combines tender green beans with a creamy cheddar soup base, enhanced by Italian seasoning and minced onion. Topped with a cheesy Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix batter and finished with a seasoned butter glaze, this casserole offers a rich, comforting side dish perfect for gatherings and holiday meals.
Ingredients
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Green Bean Mixture
- 26 oz frozen cut green beans, thawed
- 10.5 oz condensed cheddar soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup dehydrated minced onion
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Biscuit Topping
- 1 box Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 packet Cheddar Bay seasoning (included in biscuit mix box)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking the casserole.
- Prepare the Green Bean Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed green beans, condensed cheddar soup, 1/2 cup milk, dehydrated minced onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well integrated.
- Add the Cheese: Mix in the shredded cheddar and parmesan cheeses into the green bean mixture until evenly distributed for a rich and creamy base.
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Add the Green Bean Mixture: Pour the prepared green bean mixture into the baking dish and spread it out evenly to form a uniform layer.
- Make the Biscuit Topping: In a separate mixing bowl, combine the Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 2 cups milk. Stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth and free of large lumps, setting aside the seasoning packet for later.
- Top the Green Beans with Biscuit Mix: Pour the biscuit batter evenly over the green bean mixture in the baking dish, covering the surface completely to create the topping.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and cooked through.
- Add Butter and Seasoning: While the casserole bakes, mix the melted butter with the Cheddar Bay seasoning packet. After baking, brush this flavorful butter mixture generously over the biscuit topping to add richness and extra seasoning.
- Rest the Casserole: Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes to allow the butter glaze to soak in and the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, cheesy Cheddar Bay Green Bean Casserole as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Make sure the frozen green beans are fully thawed before mixing to avoid excess moisture in the casserole.
- If preferred, you can substitute fresh green beans, blanching them briefly before use.
- The biscuit mix includes a seasoning packet that is essential for the signature Cheddar Bay flavor; do not omit it.
- Use cooking spray liberally to prevent sticking and for easier cleanup.
- Allowing the casserole to rest after baking enhances the texture of the biscuit topping by absorbing the butter glaze fully.
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead, assembled and refrigerated, then baked fresh before serving.
