Layered Green Bean Casserole

Fresh green beans meet savory Hungarian spices. The bean fibers soften during baking while keeping their shape, as the sour cream sauce permeates the rice and meat. Lighter than a potato casserole, but just as satisfying.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 5 servings
🔥 Calories 420 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Baking Dish
  • Pot

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1

Parboil the beans and rice separately.

Tip: Cook beans in salted water until crisp-tender so they hold their texture.
2

Prepare a savory meat ragu.

Tip: Keep it juicy, as the rice will absorb more moisture in the oven.
3

Layer in the baking dish, finishing with sour cream and cheese.

Tip: When the cheese browns, it's ready.
4

Bake for 20-25 minutes.

Tip: Let stand briefly to set before slicing.

Recipe FAQ

Why are the beans tough?
The beans were old or undercooked. The acidic sour cream slows down softening in the oven, so parboil them well!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Green Beans (trimmed)
  • 10 oz Ground Pork (or Turkey)
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 3/4 cup Rice (uncooked)
  • 3/4 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 tbsp Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese