Bacon & Cheddar Green Bean Casserole

This green bean casserole with bacon is a simple, affordable dish thats perfect for Thanksgiving or any family meal. Its made with pantry staples and comes together in just over 30 minutes, making it a low-maintenance yet delicious side dish everyone will love.

Ingredients:

• 4 cans (14.5 oz) of green beans (choose your preferred variety like French-style or farmhouse cut)
• 2 cans (10.5 oz each) of cream of mushroom soup
• 2 cups of French-fried onions, divided
• 1 cup of milk (whole, low-fat, or any milk alternative)
• cup of shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
• 6 slices of cooked bacon
• teaspoon of ground black pepper

Step-by-step Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350F (175C).

Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the green beans, cream of mushroom soup, milk, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 3: Add 1 cups of French-fried onions and of the shredded Cheddar cheese to the bowl. Crumble 5 slices of bacon and stir it into the mixture. Make sure everything is evenly mixed.

Step 4: Transfer the mixture to a 3-quart baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 5: Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until its hot and bubbly. Once done, remove it from the oven and give it a good stir.

Step 6: Sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese and French-fried onions on top of the casserole. Crumble the last slice of bacon and sprinkle it over the dish.

Step 7: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the onions on top are golden brown and crispy.

Storage Instructions: Allow any leftovers to cool before storing them in an airtight in the fridge. Use within 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

Can You Freeze Green Bean Casserole With Bacon? Yes, you can freeze it! After cooking, let the casserole cool completely. Then, wrap it in storage wrap and a layer of aluminum foil. You can freeze it for up to 6 months. When ready to eat, thaw it in the fridge and reheat in the oven.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 195
• Fat: 12g (16% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 5g (26% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 14mg (5% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 1028mg (45% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 14g (5% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 3g (11% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 4g
• Protein: 5g (10% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 58mg (4% Daily Value)
• Iron: 0mg (1% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 62mg (1% Daily Value)

Enjoy this easy-to-make, comforting green bean casserole with bacon at your next holiday gathering or family dinner!