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Cheesy Green Bean Bacon Casserole

A creamy, cheesy casserole featuring green beans, crispy bacon, and a delightful mixture of savory ingredients, perfect for any weeknight meal or special occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled Bacon adds a crunchy and flavorful element.
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 ounces
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Use more if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: French fried onions For added crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Blanch the green beans in boiling water for about 5 minutes until bright green and slightly crunchy. Drain and plunge them into ice water immediately.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  4. Fold in the blanched green beans and crumbled bacon into the creamy mixture.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake in the oven for about 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  2. Optional: Sprinkle with French fried onions for extra crunch.
  3. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute bacon with nuts or sautéed mushrooms. You can add more milk for a creamier casserole. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. This casserole can also be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake.