Follow these simple steps to create your Loaded Green Bean Casserole:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Green Beans: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and paprika. Stir until well mixed.
4. Combine Green Beans: Add the cooked green beans to the mixing bowl and fold them into the soup mixture until evenly coated.
5. Add Cheese and Onions: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup of crispy fried onions into the mixture.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the green bean mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Top with Fried Onions: Sprinkle additional fried onions on top of the casserole for added crunch.
8. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
9. Cool Slightly: Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

These steps will guide you in preparing this delicious Loaded Green Bean Casserole with ease!