This green bean casserole with bacon and Parmesan combines tender green beans with a creamy garlic sauce, crispy bacon, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Baked until bubbly, it’s an easy side dish for Thanksgiving dinner or any holiday gathering. The recipe serves six and comes together in an ovenproof skillet, making it a convenient addition to the holiday table. Looking for more holiday recipes? Explore our Thanksgiving side dishes and Thanksgiving potluck recipes.
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Ingredients list for the Green Bean Casserole Recipe
- 1 lb (450 g) fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 6 large garlic cloves, minced
- 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked crispy bacon, chopped
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
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Directions
1. Prepare the green beans. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the trimmed green beans in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water. Cover loosely and microwave for 3–5 minutes, until bright green and beginning to soften. Drain well and set aside.
2. Make the garlic cream sauce. Melt the butter in a large 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
3. Simmer the sauce. Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for 3 minutes. Add the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce begins to thicken. Taste and adjust the salt if needed.
4. Combine the casserole. Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the green beans and gently toss to coat evenly with the creamy garlic sauce.
5. Bake. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling and the green beans are tender to your liking.
6. Finish and serve. Remove the casserole from the oven. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and crispy bacon. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm. Enjoy!
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Tips for the green bean casserole recipe
Green bean casserole is a family favorite, especially during holidays and Thanksgiving. Here are a few tips to make the best green bean casserole:
- If you have vegetarian guests, leave out the bacon and use vegetable stock.
Can you make green bean casserole ahead of time?
You can prepare the green beans and garlic cream sauce ahead of time and store them separately in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to serve, combine them in an ovenproof baking dish and bake until hot and bubbly.
For the best texture, keep the crispy bacon separate and add it with the Parmesan just before serving. This also makes the casserole easier to bring to a Thanksgiving potluck.
Can we use fresh or frozen green beans for this recipe?
You can use fresh or frozen green beans for this casserole recipe, as long as you thaw them if they’re frozen. You can leave the green beans whole or cut them in half.
How do you store green bean casserole leftovers?
You can keep the leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat, covered, in the oven.
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Green Bean Casserole with Bacon and Parmesan
This creamy green bean casserole with bacon and Parmesan combines tender green beans, garlic, and a rich cream sauce. This green bean casserole is the perfect side for a festive meal!
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 6 large garlic cloves, minced
- 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked crispy bacon, chopped
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the green beans. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the trimmed green beans in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water. Cover loosely and microwave for 3–5 minutes, until bright green and beginning to soften. Drain well and set aside.
- Make the garlic cream sauce. Melt the butter in a large 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
- Simmer the sauce. Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for 3 minutes. Add the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce begins to thicken. Taste and adjust the salt if needed.
- Combine the casserole. Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the green beans and gently toss until evenly coated with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Bake. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling and the green beans are tender to your liking.
- Finish and serve. Remove the casserole from the oven. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and crispy bacon. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.. Enjoy!
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