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Crispy Bean Casserole

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Crispy Bean Casserole bites bring classic holiday vibes with a fun twist! Green beans and mushrooms get a creamy upgrade, stuffed into filo cups with Parmesan and crunchy toppings. Golden onions on top complete these handheld appetizers, perfect for parties or festive feasts. Simple, comforting, and always a crowd pleaser.

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Updated on Mon, 05 May 2025 18:54:50 GMT
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Bite-sized Holiday Bean Cups offer all your favorite traditional green bean casserole flavors in handy finger-food form. These tasty treats pack the comfort of classic casserole into crispy filo shells for easy snacking at any gathering.

Ingredients
  • Frozen green beans: 1 cup, chopped and thawed
  • French fried onions: ¼ cup, for topping
  • Salt and pepper: to taste
  • Onion powder: 1 pinch, for seasoning
  • Parmesan cheese: ⅛ cup, grated
  • Heavy cream: ¾ - 1 cup, for the sauce
  • Flour: 1 tablespoon, for thickening
  • Fresh mushrooms: ½ cup, finely chopped
  • Butter: 1 tablespoon, for sautéing
  • Mini filo shells: 1 (15-count) package, thawed
Instructions
Step 7:
Bake for 4-6 minutes until onions turn golden brown. Enjoy while warm.
Step 6:
Fill each filo shell with a big spoonful of bean mixture. Sprinkle fried onions on top.
Step 5:
Add onion powder, salt, and pepper according to your preference.
Step 4:
Mix in the chopped beans and Parmesan. Cook until everything blends smoothly. Pour in extra cream (up to ¼ cup) if you want it creamier.
Step 3:
Dust mushrooms with flour and cook about two minutes. Slowly pour in ¾ cup heavy cream while stirring continuously.
Step 2:
Heat butter in a pan over medium heat. Toss in mushrooms and cook until soft, around 5 minutes.
Step 1:
Turn oven to 350°F and lay out mini filo shells on a baking sheet.
Serving and Storage Tips
  • These cups taste best when they're warm from the oven.
  • You can keep any uneaten cups in the fridge for up to 2 days in a sealed container. Warm them in the oven to bring back the crunch.
Helpful Notes
  • A dash of garlic powder really kicks up the flavor.
  • Try using Gruyere or cheddar instead of Parmesan for something different.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Chef Lauren suggests adding fresh parsley on top for a nice green color contrast.
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Wrap-Up

Crispy Bean Casserole bites offer a modern take on traditional green bean dishes. Filo cups stuffed with creamy beans, mushrooms, and Parmesan are finished with crunchy fried onions for the ultimate texture combo. Ideal for entertaining, these quick snacks are perfect for wowing holiday guests with minimum effort.

Bean Casserole Cups

Crispy filo shells, creamy beans, and crunchy toppings create a fun snack spin on holiday classics. Easy to serve and delicious for all.

Preparation Time
10 min
Cooking Time
15 min
Total Time
25 min

Category: Party & Snacks

Difficulty Level: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 15 Servings (15 small cups)

Dietary Preferences: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 Thawed package of 15 mini filo shells.
02 1 tablespoon butter for cooking.
03 Half a cup of finely chopped fresh mushrooms for filling.
04 1 tablespoon flour to thicken it up.
05 Around ¾ to 1 cup heavy cream to make the sauce.
06 1 cup thawed green beans chopped into small bits.
07 ⅛ cup Parmesan cheese, grated, for flavor.
08 A pinch of onion powder for seasoning.
09 Salt and black pepper as needed.
10 ¼ cup French fried onions for a crispy topping.

Directions

Step 01

Turn the oven on to 350°F. Line up the filo shells on a baking sheet.

Step 02

Heat a skillet on medium and melt the butter. Toss in the mushrooms and stir until they soften—this takes about 5 minutes.

Step 03

Dust the flour over the mushrooms and stir for a minute or two. Slowly pour in ¾ cup cream while mixing until smooth.

Step 04

Mix the green bean pieces and Parmesan into the skillet. Let it cook until creamy, adding a bit more cream (up to ¼ cup) if needed to get the right thickness.

Step 05

Sprinkle in onion powder, along with some salt and pepper to taste.

Step 06

Scoop a heaping tablespoon of the green bean mixture into each filo cup. Sprinkle French fried onions on top.

Step 07

Pop them in the oven for 4-6 minutes until the onions turn golden. Serve while they’re still warm.

Notes

  1. These are a fun and flavorful snack, great for Thanksgiving or any festive gathering.
  2. The crunchy filo shells contrast perfectly with the creamy, veggie-packed filling.
  3. You can easily tweak the recipe—try garlic powder or swap out Parmesan for Gruyere cheese.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

These details are for reference only and shouldn't replace medical advice.
  • Calories: 90
  • Fats: 6 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Proteins: 2 g