Teresa's Recipes
Cheesy Bacon Green Bean Casserole
Step into the world of comfort food with this mouth-watering Cheesy Bacon Green Bean Casserole. This upgraded version of the classic green bean casserole is loaded with gooey cheddar cheese and crispy bacon, promising to be a star dish at any social gathering. This recipe emerged as a variation of the traditional green bean casserole, which was invented in the 1950s by Dorcas Reilly, a Campbell Soup Company employee. The addition of cheese and bacon, however, transforms it into an irresistible treat that's sure to please both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 1 cup French fried onions
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) Cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups, shredded Cheddar cheese
- 6 slices, cooked and crumbled Bacon
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces each), drained or 4 cups fresh green beans, blanched Green beans
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 25g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the drained green beans, crumbled bacon, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This forms the creamy base of your casserole.
- Pour the soup mixture over the green beans, bacon, and cheese. Stir everything together to ensure the green beans are well coated.
- Transfer the green bean mixture into a casserole dish. Spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the green bean mixture, followed by the French fried onions.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the onions are golden brown.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and makes the casserole easier to serve.
Tips
- If you prefer a healthier variation, you can replace the canned soup with a homemade cream sauce and use whole-grain bread crumbs instead of French fried onions.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use a vegetarian-friendly cream soup.