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Bacon & Cheddar Green Bean Casserole

Bacon & Cheddar Green Bean Casserole pairs tender green beans with mushroom-sauced richness, smoky bacon, and melted cheddar, all crowned with crisp fried onions for a satisfying crunch. It’s savory, cozy, and crowd-friendly—perfect for holiday tables, potlucks, or any comforting side alongside roast meats and festive mains.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook30 mins
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Bacon & Cheddar Green Bean Casserole
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine the green beans, condensed soup, milk, and pepper. Stir in 1 1/3 cups French-fried onions and 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese.

  3. 3

    Crumble 5 slices of bacon and add them to the green bean mixture; mix until well combined. Transfer the mixture to a 3-quart baking dish.

  4. 4

    Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbly, about 25 minutes.

  5. 5

    Remove from the oven and stir. Sprinkle with the remaining Cheddar and onions. Crumble the remaining slice of bacon over the top.

  6. 6

    Return to the oven and bake until the onions are golden brown, about 5 more minutes.