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Green Bean Casserole

Nettie
This Green Bean Casserole (Without Canned Soup) is a delicious twist on the holiday classic. Made with fresh mushrooms, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a homemade creamy sauce, this casserole skips the canned soup but keeps all the cozy flavor! Topped with golden French’s fried onions for crunch, it’s perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any family meal. Creamy, cheesy, and RIDICULICIOUS — this dish is sure to become a new holiday favorite!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 189 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 40 0z cut green beans drained
  • 6 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup minced onions
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup 1/2 & 1/2
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 strips bacon cooked & crumbled
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup French's fried onions

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, then stir in garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.
  • Gradually whisk in chicken broth and half & half until smooth and thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, combine green beans, mushrooms, bacon, and cheese. Pour the sauce over top and mix until evenly coated.
  • Transfer to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle fried onions evenly across the top.
  • Bake 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.

Notes

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Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For freezing, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven for best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 189kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 601mgPotassium: 151mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 271IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 0.3mg
Keyword cheesy green beans, christmas side dish, green bean casserole, holiday sidedish, thanksgiving sidedish
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