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ULTIMATE Green Bean Casserole

Featured in magazines across the web and consistently rated THE BEST green bean casserole EVER!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 316 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 slices thick-cut bacon , diced
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 12 ounces fresh button or cremini mushrooms , chopped
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound fresh green beans , trimmed, halved, and blanched (boil 5 minutes, place beans in ice water for a couple of minutes, drain)
  • 1 can quality French fried onions
  • or gluten free French fried onions

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Fry the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy. Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and garlic and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the mushrooms are soft. Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
  3. Melt the butter in the same skillet and whisk in the flour. Once combined, continue whisking for another 2 minutes until the mixture has slightly deepened in color. Add the half-and-half and chicken broth while constantly whisking to prevent lumps. Once slightly thickened, add the cheese and whisk until melted and combined.
  4. Next add the mushroom/bacon mixture along with the salt and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for a couple of minutes, then add the green beans. Stir to combine.
  5. Pour the bean mixture into a 9x13 casserole dish and sprinkle the French fried onions all over the top. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes until bubbling and the onions are golden and crispy. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Preparing in Advance: Everything can be done in advance except for adding the crispy onions, otherwise they'll get soggy. Add those just before baking. Also, let the casserole sit for at least 30 minutes after removing it from the fridge before baking.

Nutrition Information

Calories 316kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Cholesterol 62mg (21%) Sodium 752mg (31%) Potassium 571mg (16%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 1035IU (21%) Vitamin C 13.6mg (15%) Calcium 232mg (23%) Iron 1.5mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 316

% Daily Value*

Calories 316kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Cholesterol 62mg 21%
Sodium 752mg 31%
Potassium 571mg 12%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 1035IU 21%
Vitamin C 13.6mg 15%
Calcium 232mg 23%
Iron 1.5mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.