Description
Cheesy Green Bean Casserole with Bacon is the perfect blend of comfort and flavor, guaranteed to elevate any meal. Fresh green beans are enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce, complemented by crispy bacon and topped with crunchy fried onions. This dish not only serves as a delightful side for holiday feasts but also shines on weeknights when you crave something satisfying. Quick and simple to prepare, this casserole will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1 can (10.5 oz) low-sodium cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup store-bought fried onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Wash and trim green beans, then boil in salted water for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from pan and crumble.
- In a large bowl, mix the blanched green beans, cream of mushroom soup, reserved cheese, garlic powder, and half the crumbled bacon.
- Pour into the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining cheese, fried onions, and bacon bits. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (99g)
- Calories: 233
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 24mg