Description
Elevate your dinner table with this irresistibly cheesy green bean casserole. Perfectly creamy and packed with savory flavor, this dish features crisp turkey bacon and a golden, crunchy topping of fried onions. It is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for holidays or cozy weeknights, ensuring a depth of flavor in every bite without the use of pork or alcohol. Simple to prepare and easy to bake, it transforms humble green beans into the true star of your meal.
Ingredients
2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
6 strips turkey bacon, diced
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1.5 cups crispy fried onions
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Blanch the green beans in boiling salted water for 4 minutes until bright green; drain and set aside.
Cook the diced turkey bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy; remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté the onions and mushrooms until softened, about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for 1 minute; gradually whisk in the vegetable broth and heavy cream until thick and glossy.
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of cheddar, half the parmesan, and the cooked turkey bacon.
Combine the green beans with the sauce and transfer the mixture to the baking dish.
Top with the remaining cheddar, parmesan, and the fried onions; bake for 20 minutes until bubbling and golden.
Notes
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain the crispiness of the onion topping.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg