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Ultimate Green Bean Casserole

Ultimate Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Bacon Twist

The Ultimate Green Bean Casserole combines smoky bacon and creamy textures for a comforting dish that's perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 6 slices Bacon Adds smoky flavor; substitute with turkey bacon for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Provides aromatic depth; alternatives include sweet onion or shallots.
  • 8 oz Chopped Button Mushrooms Contributes umami depth; can be substituted with cremini mushrooms.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Adds flavor complexity; freshly minced is preferable.
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Mushroom Soup Base of the casserole, adding creaminess; can be swapped.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Provides liquidity to the mixture; whole milk enhances richness.
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Melts well and adds creaminess; substitute with cheddar if needed.
  • 28 oz Canned Cut Green Beans Primary vegetable; offers tenderness.
Topping
  • 1 cup French Fried Onions Topping for crunch; can use homemade fried shallots.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium-low heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. In the skillet with the bacon grease, sauté diced yellow onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add chopped button mushrooms and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine sautéed onion and mushroom mixture with cream of mushroom soup, crumbled bacon, milk, and Monterey Jack cheese.
  7. Gently fold in the canned cut green beans.
  8. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, top with French fried onions, and bake for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Consider using extra cream of mushroom soup for a richer sauce. You can prepare the casserole a day in advance without the topping.

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