Thanksgiving isn’t lovingly referred to as “Turkey Day” for nothing. It’s not often we get to devour a juicy, glorious, whole-roasted turkey — so we literally count the days until we can. But it’s also safe to say we look forward to all the sides we associate with the holidays. Our mouths water just thinking about mashed potatoes loaded with butter and gravy, sweet potato casserole, piping hot stuffing, cranberry sauce and homemade dinner rolls.
And then there’s the green bean casserole.
Yes, green bean casserole is a time-honored Thanksgiving tradition, and we always put (just a weensy bit) on our plates — but that’s just mostly so whatever relative made it that year doesn’t feel bad. Secretly, we curse the name of whomever decided green bean casserole belongs on the dinner table.
But not anymore! These recipes have turned our hardened hearts into green bean believers.
Originally published November 2016. Updated November 2017.
Bacon-ranch butter green beans
Tossed with ranch butter and bacon, the last thing this green bean casserole needs is a heavy cream sauce.
Blackened green bean casserole
Change things up in a big way with this dish of blackened green beans, chorizo and pine nuts.
Gorgonzola green bean casserole
Gorgonzola cheese kicks up the flavor of the classic green bean casserole in a big way.
Vegan cashew green bean casserole
Luxurious vegan cashew cream makes this healthier green bean casserole taste just as decadent.
Green bean casserole pizza
What to do with your Thanksgiving leftovers? Try this creamy, delicious green bean casserole pizza.
Green bean cauliflower cream casserole
Cauliflower cream is the secret to keeping this comforting green bean casserole vegan.
Green bean casserole minis
Green bean casserole is a meal in itself when nestled in a golden pie crust.
Green bean casserole tartlets
Green bean casserole tartlets are a more elegant way to present this beloved side dish.
Green bean-corn casserole
Topped with crushed cheese crackers, this green bean casserole gets a hint of sweetness thanks to corn.
Green bean casserole mushrooms
Serve your green bean casserole as an appetizer with this recipe for stuffed mushrooms.
Onion ring-topped green bean casserole
Go all out this holiday season by topping your green bean casserole with full, crispy onion rings.
Green bean and red rice casserole
Super-cheesy but lactose-free, this red rice and green bean casserole is a healthier holiday side.
Panko parmesan green bean casserole
Crispy panko breadcrumbs and parmesan top this take on green bean casserole.
Green bean-edamame casserole
Add extra protein to your green bean casserole with edamame.
Miso green bean-edamame casserole
Miso adds a welcome burst of umami to this creamy vegan green bean casserole.
Marsala roasted green beans
Roasted green beans and mushrooms are tossed with a marsala vinaigrette and crushed pecans in this recipe.
Creamy stovetop green bean casserole
Green bean casserole gets nice and creamy on the stovetop while keeping the oven free for other dishes.
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