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Green bean casserole with bacon is an elevated classic with fresh green beans and lots of flavor making it a favorite holiday side!
elevating a classic
We love a good green bean casserole, especially at holiday dinners!
It really is just a classic. Green bean casserole with bacon is a fresh version with a delicious twist!!! Because, who doesn’t love bacon?!
Best part is the kids haven’t always loved this classic side but adding bacon has made it a hit with the entire fam. It is salty, savory and so delicious.
For more favorite green bean favs, try our: Roasted Green Beans, Fried Green Beans, and Green Bean Bundles.
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- Added flavor. Bacon is always a good idea and the added texture and flavor take this casserole to the next level!
- Fresh green beans. This dish is still prepped in only 15 minutes, but has added freshness and texture!
- Prep ahead of time! This casserole stores well and is great for making ahead. Perfect for saving time!
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 15 minutes
COOK TIME: 10 minutes
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup – Cream Soup Substitute
- ½ cup milk – We like whole milk or 2% for the creamiest casserole.
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 dash black pepper
- 4 cups fresh green beans, cut into 1-1 ½ inch pieces – We prefer using fresh green beans, but you can substitute them with frozen (thawed) or canned green beans (drained). Skip boiling.
- 1⅓ cups French’s® French Fried Onions
- 3 slices bacon, cooked and chopped – see Cook Bacon in the Oven
- optional ingredient – Mix in 1 cup shredded cheese of your choice such as cheddar cheese or Colby jack cheese.
How to Make Green Bean Casserole with Bacon
- PREP. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- GREEN BEANS. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add 4 cups of green beans and cook for 6-7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to put green beans in ice water, drain, and pat dry.
- MIX. Add the can of soup, ½ cup milk, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, a dash of black pepper, cooked beans, ⅔ cup of the onions, and most of the bacon to a 1½-quart casserole (8×10 or 9×9-inch pan) and stir.
- BAKE. Bake uncovered for 25 minutes or until hot and bubbling. Give the mixture a stir and sprinkle the rest of the onions and bacon pieces evenly over the top. Bake for another 5 minutes until the onions are golden brown.
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Green Bean Casserole with Bacon
Ingredients
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 dash black pepper
- 4 cups fresh green beans, cut into 1 – 1.5 inch pieces
- 1⅓ cups French's® French Fried Onions
- 3 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- To cook the green beans, bring a pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the cut green beans and cook for 6-7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to put green beans in ice water, drain, and pat dry.
- Add the soup, milk, soy sauce, pepper, cooked beans, ⅔ cup of the onions, and most of the bacon to a 1½-quart casserole (8×10 or 9×9-inch pan) and stir.
- Bake uncovered for 25 minutes or until hot and bubbling. Give the mixture a stir and sprinkle the rest of the onions and bacon pieces evenly over the top.
- Bake for another 5 minutes until the onions are golden brown.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Assemble the casserole up to 48 hours in advance. Do not add the french-fried onions until you’re ready to bake it. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake.
Store leftovers in an airtight container(s) in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for about 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warm. Crisp up the French-fried onions under the broiler.
I hated green-beans as a kid, but realize that it was probably because my mom always used canned beans. Fresh green beans are now one of my favorites and pair them with bacon. Well, it’s a recipe I can’t resist. This is really great version and perfect for next weeks Thanksgiving dinner.
Thanksgiving is not complete without this green bean casserole! The BEST!!
This green bean casserole was so good, super creamy and I love all of the textures in it!
This was super easy to make and now I can’t wait to make it again!
Thank you!! So glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Thanksgiving wouldn’t be complete without the green bean casserole!! I never liked it growing up, but now I think it’s delicious, especially since there is bacon!
Green beans has always been a favorite side dish for me. I like them anyway they come especially in this casserole dish.