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Cheesy Bacon Green Bean Casserole

Cheesy Bacon Green Bean Casserole: Your New Comfort Food Delight

This Cheesy Bacon Green Bean Casserole is a delightful twist on a beloved classic, featuring fresh green beans and a rich, cheesy bacon sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Fresh Green Beans Blanching preserves the beans' flavor and texture.
  • 6 slices Bacon Turkey bacon can be used for a lighter option.
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Unsalted is preferred to control salt levels.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots could be a milder alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced is best for aroma.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted in gluten-free versions.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Half-and-half or cream can be used for a richer flavor.
  • 1 cup Chicken Bone Broth Vegetable broth can be substituted for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Adjust to taste based on preference.
  • to taste Salt Adapt to individual taste.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adapt to individual taste.
  • to taste Cayenne Pepper Omit for a milder dish or adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Whipping cream can be a substitute.
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Feel free to mix in different kinds of cheese, like Gouda.
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Pepper Jack for a spicy version.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is recommended.
  • 1 cup French Fried Onions Can be replaced with homemade crispy onions.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch casserole dish
  • large skillet
  • large pot
  • slotted spoon
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Trim fresh green beans and blanch in salted boiling water for about 4 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath.
  3. In a skillet, cook diced bacon until crispy for about 5–7 minutes, then drain excess grease.
  4. Melt unsalted butter in the same skillet, then sauté chopped onion for 4–5 minutes and add minced garlic for 1 minute.
  5. Sprinkle in flour and cook for about a minute, then gradually whisk in milk and broth until thickened (4–5 minutes).
  6. Mix in brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, then stir in heavy cream and cheeses until melted.
  7. Fold in half of the bacon and fried onions into the cheese sauce, then pour over the green beans in the casserole dish, mixing gently.
  8. Bake for 25 minutes, then top with remaining bacon and fried onions, baking for another 5 minutes until golden.
  9. Let it set for 5 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal results, add fried onions just before baking. Prepare the casserole one day ahead and store it in the fridge. Adjust baking times carefully to achieve a bubbly, golden top.

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