Cheddar Bay Green Bean Casserole Recipe
A comforting and flavorful twist on classic green bean casserole, topped with a cheesy, buttery Cheddar Bay biscuit crust inspired by Red Lobster’s famous biscuits. This casserole combines cheesy cheddar and parmesan with tender green beans and a savory cheddar soup base, baked to golden perfection and brushed with a buttery Cheddar Bay seasoning glaze.
- Author: luca
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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
- Cheddar Bay seasoning packet (included in biscuit mix box)
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole to a perfect golden brown.
- Mix Green Bean Ingredients: 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 to blend all ingredients evenly.
- Add Cheeses: Stir in the shredded cheddar and parmesan cheese until well incorporated into the green bean mixture.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Assemble Green Bean Layer: Pour the green bean mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it out evenly to create the casserole base.
- Prepare Biscuit Batter: In a separate mixing bowl, combine the biscuit mix and shredded cheddar cheese. Set aside the seasoning packet for later use.
- Add Milk to Biscuit Mix: Add 2 cups milk to the biscuit mixture and stir until the batter is smooth and free of large lumps.
- Top the Casserole: Pour the biscuit batter evenly over the green bean mixture in the baking dish, covering it completely.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is nicely browned and cooked through.
- Prepare Butter Glaze: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with the Cheddar Bay seasoning packet from the biscuit mix box.
- Glaze the Casserole: Remove the casserole from the oven and brush the butter and seasoning mixture evenly over the biscuit topping.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for about 5 minutes to let the butter soak in. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure to thaw the frozen green beans thoroughly for even cooking.
- The biscuit mix includes a seasoning packet essential for the signature Cheddar Bay flavor.
- If you prefer a crispier topping, bake an additional 5 minutes but watch closely to avoid burning.
- This recipe serves well as a hearty side dish or a comforting main for a cozy meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Green Bean Casserole, Cheddar Bay Biscuits, Cheesy Green Beans, Baking, Comfort Food, Holiday Side Dish