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Ultimate Green Bean Casserole

Ultimate Green Bean Casserole with a Savory Twist

The Ultimate Green Bean Casserole is a delicious twist on a classic, featuring rich bacon, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and crispy fried onions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Bacon Base
  • 8 oz Bacon thick or regular cuts
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 8 oz Button Mushrooms chopped
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Mushroom Soup undiluted
  • 1 cup Milk whole preferred
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese shredded
For the Green Beans
  • 15 oz Canned Cut Green Beans drained
For the Topping
  • 1 cup French Fried Onions

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-low heat until crispy and golden brown, about 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble when cooled.
  3. Sauté the diced yellow onion in the bacon grease over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the chopped button mushrooms and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  5. Pour in the cream of mushroom soup, crumbled bacon, milk, and Monterey Jack cheese into the skillet. Stir over low heat until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Fold in the drained canned cut green beans until evenly coated.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
  8. Sprinkle the French fried onions over the top and bake uncovered for about 30 minutes, until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 8gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients enhance flavor. Prepare ahead to save time on busy days.

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