Southwest Green Bean Casserole is one of those dishes that brings a little excitement to your dinner table with its wonderful blend of flavors and colors. It’s the kind of recipe that makes your kitchen smell absolutely heavenly while it’s baking away in the oven.
What makes this casserole so special is the way those fresh red peppers and onions come together with a touch of garlic powder and a hint of Cajun seasoning to create something truly memorable. The beans and tomatoes do all the hard work for you, making this a recipe that practically cooks itself while you relax.
I love serving this straight from the casserole dish right to the table, where everyone gathers around and helps themselves to generous portions. It’s become such a favorite at our family dinners that the grandchildren always ask me to make it, and that’s when I know a recipe is truly a keeper.
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Southwest Green Bean Casserole
Ingredients
- 0.16666666666667 ounce Red Pepper
- 14.5 ounce Garlic Powder
- 29 ounce Beans
- 1.3333333333333 cup Onions
- 1 teaspoon A Cajun Life
Instructions
- MIX sauce, beans, tomatoes, seasoning, and 23 cup onions in a casserole dish.
- BAKE at 350F (180C) F for 30 minutes or until hot.
- STIR and top with remaining 23 cup onions.
- Bake for 5 more minutes until onions are golden.
