Green Bean Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
2. 2
   Heat the chicken broth in a skillet over medium-heat.
3. 3
   Add the green beans and simmer for 7 minutes. You can also use water if preferred (the chicken broth just adds another depth of flavor).
4. 4
   Drain.
5. 5
   Push the green beans to one side of the skillet.
6. 6
   Add butter and chopped onions. Cook for 3 minutes. Then stir in garlic and cook an additional 1-2 minutes.
7. 7
   Add the cream of mushroom soup and let simmer a minute or two. Salt and pepper, to taste. Top with 1/2 of the fried onions.
8. 8
   Pour mixture into the casserole dish.
9. 9
   Bake green bean casserole uncovered for 15 minutes. Stir and then add the remaining cheese and fried onions to the top.
10. 10
    Bake an additional 10 minutes, or until bubbly.