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Ultimate Green Bean Casserole

Ultimate Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Bacon Delight

The Ultimate Green Bean Casserole features crispy bacon and a creamy blend of flavors that elevates any holiday meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 6 slices Thick-cut Bacon Adds a smoky flavor and crunchy texture.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with white or sweet onion.
  • 1 cup Chopped Button Mushrooms Shiitake mushrooms are a great alternative.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal.
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Can swap for cream of chicken if preferred.
  • 1 cup Milk Whole milk is recommended.
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Mozzarella or cheddar could make excellent substitutes.
  • 2 cans Cut Green Beans Canned or blanched fresh green beans.
Crunchy Topping
  • 1 cup French Fried Onions For that essential crispy topping.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Cook 6 slices of thick-cut bacon in a large skillet over medium-low heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and crumble.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté 1 chopped yellow onion in the bacon fat until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add 1 cup of chopped button mushrooms and cook for an additional 5 minutes, then stir in 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Combine 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, crumbled bacon, 1 cup of milk, and 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, mixing until creamy.
  6. Gently fold in 2 cans of cut green beans and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  8. Top the mixture with 1 cup of French fried onions.
  9. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  10. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use quality bacon and season the casserole well for enhanced flavor. You can prepare this dish a day in advance and refrigerate, adding the topping just before baking.

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