Green beans are a delicious vegetable that can be grown easily in home gardens If you’re new to planting green beans, you may be wondering – what do the sprouts look like when they first emerge? Knowing what to expect will help you identify seedlings correctly and care for them properly in those critical early … Read more
As the holidays approach, hosts everywhere are planning their menus. And you can bet green bean casserole will make many appearances! This classic Thanksgiving and Christmas side is beloved for its simplicity. With just a few humble ingredients like green beans, cream of mushroom soup and fried onions, it delivers comfort and nostalgia in every … Read more
Green bean casserole is a beloved classic holiday dish, with its combination of tender green beans, creamy mushroom soup, and crispy fried onions. But figuring out what goes good with green bean casserole can be tricky. You want side dishes that will complement the flavors and textures, without competing too much. I’ve put together this … Read more
Bean sprouts are a popular ingredient in many Asian and fusion dishes. Their crunchy texture and fresh flavor make them a tasty addition to salads, stir-fries, and more. But with their high water content, sprouts also spoil more quickly than other vegetables. So how can you tell if your bean sprouts have gone bad? What … Read more
This French green beans recipe is ready in about 15 minutes from start to finish. The end result is a bright green side dish that tastes great with butter. This is one of my favorite green bean recipes to serve with a holiday main dish. But it’s honestly so quick, you can make it to … Read more
Like me, you make a big pot of red beans (or any kind of beans) and have a lot of leftovers. Some people say that red beans taste even better the second day after they’ve been made. But what about the third, fourth, or fifth day? Are beans still good after a week? This makes … Read more
Elevating Your Green Bean Casserole with Evaporated Milk – A Creamy Game Changer As a home cook who loves reinventing classic recipes, green bean casserole holds a special place in my heart. That iconic mixture of tender green beans, earthy mushrooms, and savory herbs in a creamy sauce is comfort food at its finest. But … Read more
Green bean casserole is a beloved classic holiday side dish. With its creamy mushroom gravy and crispy fried onion topping, it’s pure comfort in a baking dish. But green bean casserole can’t stand alone – it needs the right accompaniments to round out the meal. So what should you eat with this iconic casserole? There … Read more
Green bean casserole is a cherished staple that graces holiday tables year after year. With its irresistible combination of crunchy fried onions tender green beans and rich creamy mushroom sauce, it’s no wonder this classic dish has stood the test of time. But keeping it hot and delicious from oven to table can be tricky. … Read more
There may be affiliate links in this post. If you buy something through one of these links, I’ll get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Please read full disclosure for more information. If you soak beans before planting them, they will germinate faster and more easily. This means you can harvest your … Read more