Green Bean Casserole with Bacon and Parmesan

Green Bean Casserole Recipe – Crisp and delicious! This irresistible green bean casserole is cooked with a mixture of cream, parmesan cheese, and crispy bacon. This casserole recipe makes the perfect side dish for any meal, especially for the Holidays. Enjoy!

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Ingredients list for the Green Bean Casserole Recipe

• 1 pound (450 g) green beans, washed and trimmed
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup cooked crispy bacon (optional for vegetarians)
• 3/4 cup chicken stock (or vegetable broth)
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 6 large cloves of garlic finely chopped or minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

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Directions

1. To make the green beans casserole: Pre-heat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC). Over medium-low heat, melt the butter in a large 10-inch ovenproof skillet. Add minced garlic and cook, stirring occasionally until the garlic is fragrant (make sure not to burn the garlic).

2. Add the chicken broth and simmer for 3 minutes, then add the cream. Cook, stirring occasionally until the mixture is thickened – about 5 minutes or maybe more if you prefer a thicker sauce. Season with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.

3. Remove the cream sauce from the heat and add the green beans. Give it a nice stir, combining the sauce and beans. Bake the green bean casserole until bubbly, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from the oven and top with parmesan and bacon. Toss to combine and transfer to a serving plate or bowl, then serve the green bean casserole with bacon and parmesan immediately, or reheat as desired. 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:

• For extra tender green beans, cook green beans in the microwave with 1 cup of water before baking.
• If you’ve got vegetarian company, feel free to leave the bacon out and use vegetable stock.

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 when frozen. You can leave the green beans whole or cut them in half.

How to store the green bean casserole leftovers?

You can keep the green bean casserole leftover covered in your refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat, covered, in the oven.

More green bean recipes you might like

• Sautéed Green Beans with French Onions
• Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Butter Green Beans
• Garlic Parmesan Roasted Green Beans
• Cheesy Green Bean Casserole

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