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Green bean casserole

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Green bean casserole is an American baked side dish made from green beans, a creamy mushroom-based sauce, and a crisp onion topping. Dorcas Reilly developed the recipe in 1955 while working in Campbell Soup Company's home economics department, and the company later promoted it through its soup-based recipe materials. It is closely associated with Thanksgiving and other holiday meals, where it is served as a vegetable accompaniment rather than a main course.

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What are the main ingredients in green bean casserole?

Green bean casserole combines green beans, a creamy mushroom-based sauce, and a crisp onion topping. It is usually served as a baked American side dish.

Who invented green bean casserole?

Dorcas Reilly developed the recipe in 1955 while working in Campbell Soup Company's home economics department. Campbell later promoted the dish widely.

Why is Campbell Soup associated with green bean casserole?

Dorcas Reilly created the recipe while working in Campbell Soup Company's home economics department. The company later helped popularize it through promotion of the recipe.

Is green bean casserole a main dish or a side dish?

Green bean casserole is traditionally an American baked side dish. Its familiar combination is green beans, creamy mushroom sauce, and crisp onions.

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