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Creamy Bacon Green Bean Casserole Recipe for Thanksgiving

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A rich and comforting green bean casserole made with fresh ingredients, crispy bacon, and a creamy, cheesy sauce—perfect for your Thanksgiving table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) fresh green beans, trimmed and blanched
  • 8 slices bacon, diced
  • 3 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons (24g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup (120g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup (60g) crispy fried onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Wash and trim 1 pound (450g) of fresh green beans. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the green beans, and blanch them for 3-4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. Dice 8 slices of bacon and cook them in a sauté pan over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
  4. In the same pan with the bacon drippings, add 1 medium diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  5. Add 3 tablespoons (30g) of butter to the pan and melt. Whisk in 3 tablespoons (24g) of all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Slowly pour in 1 cup (240ml) of milk, 1/2 cup (120ml) of heavy cream, and 1/2 cup (120ml) of chicken broth, whisking constantly until the sauce is smooth and thickened, about 4-5 minutes.
  6. Stir in 1 cup (120g) of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup (25g) of grated Parmesan. Mix until melted and smooth. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the blanched green beans with the creamy sauce and crispy bacon. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  8. Sprinkle 1 cup (60g) of crispy fried onions evenly over the top.
  9. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the sauce is bubbling.
  10. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

[‘Use fresh green beans for the best texture and flavor.’, ‘Cook bacon until crispy to maintain crunch in the casserole.’, ‘Whisk constantly while making the sauce to avoid lumps.’, ‘Prepare the casserole a day ahead and refrigerate before baking. Add the topping just before baking.’]

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Keywords: Thanksgiving, Green Bean Casserole, Bacon, Creamy, Holiday Recipe, Comfort Food

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