In a small skillet add 1 tbsp butter and sauté the onion for about 2 minutes.
Add the bacon and/or ham to the skillet and heat through.
Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Remove from heat.
Mix the soup, milk and soy sauce together until combined.
In a large casserole dish add the green beans, onion meat mixture and the spices.
Fold together until mixed well.
Bake in a preheated 350° oven for 25 minutes or until mixture is hot and bubbling.
Remove from oven and stir mixture.
Sprinkle the French Fried Onions on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the French Fried Onions are golden brown.
Chef's notes: Original recipe credited to Della Garretson Hoover.