Ultimate Green Bean Casserole (Print Format)

A creamy, savory side featuring tender green beans, crisp bacon, and a golden onion topping.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1.5 lbs fresh green beans, washed, trimmed, and halved
02 - 1 tsp chicken bouillon
03 - 10 slices bacon, chopped
04 - 1 yellow onion, diced
05 - 5 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 8 oz baby Bella mushrooms, finely chopped
07 - 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
08 - 1/2 cup chicken broth
09 - 2 cups heavy cream
10 - 2 oz fresh Parmesan cheese
11 - 6 oz crispy French fried onions

→ Seasonings

12 - 1 tsp garlic powder
13 - 1 tsp onion powder
14 - 1 tsp salt
15 - 1 tsp pepper
16 - 1 pinch nutmeg

# Steps:

01 - Boil a large pot of water and add chicken bouillon. Add the green beans and cook for 5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and transfer to an ice bath. Once cooled, set aside.
02 - In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
03 - Using the same skillet, add diced onion, minced garlic, and mushrooms. Sauté for 7–8 minutes until softened and fragrant.
04 - Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream over medium-low heat. Stir until the sauce thickens. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
05 - Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Mix in the crispy bacon and blanched green beans gently. Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
06 - Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.
07 - Sprinkle the crispy French fried onions on top of the casserole. Bake for an additional 5 minutes until golden and crispy.