Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole is the perfect side dish to enhance your family dinners with crispy bacon and creamy cheesy goodness. This recipe is easy to prepare, using pantry staples, and delivers a rich texture with a satisfying crunch. Whether it's a weeknight meal or holiday gathering, this casserole brings comfort with minimal effort. For a complete hearty dinner, pair it with my Creamy Mushroom Pork Chops Recipe.
Why You'll Love Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole Easy Homemade Comfort Food
This Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole is an easy homemade comfort food recipe full of crispy bacon, creamy sauce, and tender green beans. Perfect for any meal!
- Loaded with crispy bacon for a smoky, savory flavor.
- Creamy homemade sauce beats canned soups for freshness.
- Simple ingredients, easy to assemble and bake.
- Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday sides.
Ingredients for Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole Easy Homemade Comfort Food
Green beans: fresh green beans provide the best texture; you can use frozen if fresh is unavailable, just thaw and drain well.Bacon: thick-cut bacon adds robust flavor; substitute with turkey bacon for a lighter option.
- Green beans: fresh green beans provide the best texture; you can use frozen if fresh is unavailable, just thaw and drain well.
- Bacon: thick-cut bacon adds robust flavor; substitute with turkey bacon for a lighter option.
Ingredient Note: Full measurements for Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole Easy Homemade Comfort Food are listed in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole Easy Homemade Comfort Food
Step 1 — Prep & Preheat
Cook the bacon: In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, leaving 1 tbsp bacon fat in the pan.
Step 2 — Cook and Build Flavor
Sauté vegetables: Add olive oil to the skillet with bacon fat. Sauté mushrooms and onions until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
Step 3 — Finish, Taste, and Adjust
Make the sauce: Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir well. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Cook, stirring, until sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
Expert Tips for Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole Easy Homemade Comfort Food
- Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes before mixing to keep them bright and tender.
- If you prefer less creaminess, reduce heavy cream to 1/3 cup and add a splash of milk.
- For extra smoky flavor, sprinkle with smoked paprika or add chopped smoked sausage.
Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole Easy Homemade Comfort Food
This Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole is an easy homemade comfort food recipe full of crispy bacon, creamy sauce, and tender green beans. Perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
How to Make Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole
- Cook the bacon: In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, leaving 1 tbsp bacon fat in the pan.
- Sauté vegetables: Add olive oil to the skillet with bacon fat. Sauté mushrooms and onions until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Make the sauce: Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir well. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Cook, stirring, until sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Combine and bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a mixing bowl, combine blanched green beans, cooked bacon, and creamy sauce. Transfer to a casserole dish, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, and bake uncovered for 15 minutes. Optional: add crispy fried onions in the last 5 minutes of baking for extra crunch.
Nutrition (per serving)
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended (texture changes).
- Serve/Reheat: Best chilled or at room temperature.
Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole Easy Homemade Comfort Food FAQs
Yes! Assemble the casserole and refrigerate it overnight. Add cheese and crispy onions just before baking for the best texture.
You can use half-and-half or whole milk with a tablespoon of melted butter as a lighter alternative, but the casserole won’t be as rich.
Store any leftover casserole in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
Make sure to drain cooked green beans well and avoid adding too much liquid. Also, baking uncovered helps to crisp the top.
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