Green Bean Casserole Cups

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Green Bean Casserole Cups are a fun and creative twist on the classic holiday side dish. Made with creamy green bean filling, sautéed mushrooms, and a hint of Parmesan cheese, these bite-sized cups are baked in crispy filo shells and topped with golden French fried onions. They’re perfect for Thanksgiving, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Quick and easy to prepare, these cups deliver all the comforting flavors of a traditional green bean casserole in a convenient handheld form.

Clare Greco
Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:06:55 GMT
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Green Bean Casserole Cups are the perfect bite-sized appetizer for your holiday celebrations. Combining all the comforting flavors of a traditional green bean casserole with the crispness of filo shells, these cups are easy to make and fun to eat.

Ingredients
  • Mini filo shells: 1 (15-count) package, thawed
  • Butter: 1 tablespoon, for sautéing
  • Fresh mushrooms: ½ cup, finely chopped
  • Flour: 1 tablespoon, for thickening
  • Heavy cream: ¾ - 1 cup, for the sauce
  • Frozen green beans: 1 cup, chopped and thawed
  • Parmesan cheese: ⅛ cup, grated
  • Onion powder: 1 pinch, for seasoning
  • Salt and pepper: to taste
  • French fried onions: ¼ cup, for topping
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 350°F and arrange mini filo shells on a baking sheet.
Step 2:
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
Step 3:
Sprinkle flour over mushrooms and cook for a couple of minutes. Gradually add ¾ cup heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
Step 4:
Stir in chopped green beans and Parmesan cheese. Cook until the mixture is smooth. Add more cream (up to ¼ cup) if needed for desired consistency.
Step 5:
Season with onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
Step 6:
Spoon a generous tablespoon of the green bean mixture into each filo shell. Top with French fried onions.
Step 7:
Bake for 4-6 minutes, until the onions are golden brown. Serve warm.
Serving and Storage Tips
  • Serve these cups warm for the best flavor and texture.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for crispness.
Helpful Notes
  • Try adding a touch of garlic powder for extra flavor.
  • Swap Parmesan cheese with Gruyere or cheddar for a different twist.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Chef Lauren recommends garnishing with fresh parsley for a pop of color.
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Conclusion

Green Bean Casserole Cups are a bite-sized version of the Thanksgiving favorite. These crispy filo shells are filled with a creamy mixture of green beans, sautéed mushrooms, and Parmesan cheese, then topped with crunchy French fried onions. The combination of textures and flavors makes them a standout appetizer for any holiday gathering. Quick to prepare and easy to serve, these cups are a modern twist on a beloved classic. Perfect for entertaining, they’re sure to be a hit with guests of all ages.

Green Bean Casserole Cups

Green Bean Casserole Cups are a bite-sized twist on a classic Thanksgiving dish, featuring crispy filo shells and creamy green bean filling.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time
25 Minutes

Category: Tasty Bites

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 15 Servings (15 bite-sized cups)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1 (15-count) package mini filo shells, thawed.
02 1 tablespoon butter, for sautéing.
03 ½ cup finely chopped fresh mushrooms, for the filling.
04 1 tablespoon flour, for thickening.
05 ¾ - 1 cup heavy cream, for the sauce.
06 1 cup chopped frozen green beans, thawed.
07 ⅛ cup grated Parmesan cheese, for flavor.
08 1 pinch onion powder, for seasoning.
09 Salt and pepper to taste.
10 ¼ cup French fried onions, for topping.

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Arrange mini filo shells on a baking sheet.

Step 02

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 03

Sprinkle flour over mushrooms and cook for a couple of minutes. Gradually add ¾ cup heavy cream, stirring until smooth.

Step 04

Stir in chopped green beans and Parmesan cheese. Cook until the mixture is smooth. Add more cream (up to ¼ cup) if needed for desired consistency.

Step 05

Stir in onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste.

Step 06

Spoon a generous tablespoon of the green bean mixture into each filo shell. Top with French fried onions.

Step 07

Bake for 4-6 minutes, until the onions are golden brown. Serve warm.

Notes

  1. A creative and fun appetizer, perfect for Thanksgiving or holiday gatherings.
  2. The crispy filo shells provide a great contrast to the creamy green bean filling.
  3. Easily customizable—try adding a touch of garlic powder or swapping Parmesan for Gruyere.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 90
  • Total Fat: 6 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 6 g
  • Protein: 2 g