Creamy Turkey Ham Green Bean Casserole: A Family Favorite (Print Version)

Cream Cheese Turkey Ham Green Bean Casserole: A creamy, comforting twist on your favorite classic. Rich, savory, and perfect for family meals!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American Comfort
Dietary: Contains dairy, meat, gluten (from soup/onions)

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
02 - 1 cup diced cooked turkey ham

→ Creamy Sauce

03 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
05 - 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)

→ Flavor Enhancers

06 - 1 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper, or to taste

→ Crispy Topping

09 - 1 (6 oz) can crispy fried onions

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, get those green beans ready. Trim the ends, you know, the usual. Then, blanch them in a pot of boiling, salted water for about 3-5 minutes. We want them tender-crisp, not soft and sad. Immediately plunge them into an ice bath to stop the cooking and keep that vibrant green color. This step is crucial, honestly, for a great Green Bean Casserole. Drain them really well; nobody wants a watery casserole, trust me, I've been there!
02 - In a large bowl, combine your softened cream cheese, cream of mushroom soup, and milk. Grab a whisk and go to town until it's super smooth and lump-free. This is where your patience pays off! I sometimes get impatient and end up with tiny cream cheese lumps, which isn't the end of the world, but smooth is better. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Taste it! Does it need a little more zing? A touch more pepper? This is your kitchen, make it yours.
03 - Gently fold in your blanched green beans and the diced turkey ham into that creamy mixture. Make sure everything is nicely coated. This part always smells so comforting already! I usually use a big spatula here to avoid bruising the beans. Don't be afraid to get your hands a little messy; it's part of the home cooking charm, right?
04 - Pour the entire mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly so every bite gets a bit of everything. I like to make sure the top is relatively flat, ready for its crispy crown. I've definitely overloaded a smaller dish before, leading to a bubbly mess in the oven. Learn from my mistakes, a 9x13 is your friend here!
05 - Pop that dish into a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes. You're looking for it to be bubbly around the edges and heated through. The top will start to look slightly golden. This is where the magic happens, the flavors really meld together. Your kitchen will smell incredible, honestly, it's the best part!
06 - Take the casserole out of the oven and sprinkle those glorious crispy fried onions generously over the top. Put it back in the oven for another 5-10 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and perfectly crunchy. Watch them closely; they can go from golden to burnt pretty fast! This final step makes the Cream Cheese Turkey Ham Green Bean Casserole sing!

# Notes:

01 - Always blanch your fresh green beans before baking; it keeps them from turning mushy or being too firm.
02 - Don't use cold cream cheese! It will fight you and create lumps. Softened is the way to go, trust me.
03 - If your casserole seems too thick, a splash more milk can fix it. Too thin? A tiny bit of cornstarch slurry (mix cornstarch with cold water) can thicken it up, but usually, it's just right.
04 - For an extra layer of flavor, sauté some fresh mushrooms with a little butter before adding them to the sauce.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large pot
02 - large bowl
03 - whisk
04 - spatula
05 - 9x13 inch baking dish

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 350-400
Total Fat: 25-30g
Total Carbohydrate: 20-25g
Protein: 15-20g

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