Green bean casserole is a staple at many holiday dinners. With its creamy mushroom sauce, crunchy fried onions and tender green beans it’s no wonder there are often leftovers! But reheating this casserole can be tricky. Underheat it and you’ll end up with a lukewarm mess. Overheat it and your crispy onions go limp. So … Read more
Green bean casserole is a beloved holiday staple in many households. The combination of tender green beans, creamy soup, crispy fried onions, and savory seasonings makes it a comforting crowd-pleaser. However, nothing can ruin this classic casserole faster than a thin, watery sauce that fails to properly coat the beans. If your green bean casserole … Read more
Square Foot Gardening (SQF) is a method that makes planning and planting your garden way easier. It was Mel Bartholomew who came up with the idea. He has figured out how many seeds or plants can fit in a square foot. Mark off a grid of square feet on the ground or with rope, string, … Read more
Green beans are a great vegetable to grow on your own if you’re not sure if you can do it. They’re easy, rewarding, and fun for both kids and adults. You can grow them in the ground, in pots, or from snap beans or string beans. You can fit them into small places as they … Read more
Chipotle is known for its customizable burritos, tacos, bowls, and salads. With a variety of proteins, toppings, salsas, and more to choose from, you can create your perfect Mexican-inspired meal. But what if you want to keep things simple? Can you order just beans and cheese in a burrito at Chipotle? The short answer is … Read more
Making your own bourbon vanilla bean extract will add some jazz to your baking! Vanilla extract is used to improve the taste of many desserts (hello, Mega Vanilla Chocolate Chip Cookies!) A lot of it was used to test recipes for The Cookie Book and The Cake Book. I use a lot of it in … Read more
Green bean casserole is a beloved holiday staple that has graced Thanksgiving tables for decades. This creamy, comforting casserole is easy to prepare, but many home cooks debate the best cooking method – should you bake it covered or uncovered? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explain the pros and cons of covered vs. uncovered green … Read more
Green bean casserole is a beloved American classic that graces holiday tables across the country. That creamy cheesy goodness is hard to resist! But achieving the perfect texture in your green bean casserole depends on getting the milk amount just right. I’m going to walk you through everything you need to know about adding milk … Read more
Green bean casserole is a beloved Thanksgiving tradition in many households That creamy mushroom sauce blanketing crisp green beans and fried onions is utterly irresistible But this classic side dish is so delicious that there’s no need to wait for a special occasion to enjoy it, Green bean casserole makes a fabulous accompaniment to simple … Read more
As you prepare your green bean casserole this holiday season, you may wonder if you should bake it covered in foil or uncover it. Both methods have their pros and cons, so let’s explore when you should use foil on green bean casserole. Why Cover Green Bean Casserole with Foil? Covering green bean casserole with … Read more