Revolutionize your holiday side dishes with this Slow Cooker Ultimate Green Bean Casserole. By blending the classic green bean casserole flavors with the convenience of a slow cooker, you can save oven space while still delivering a rich, creamy, and irresistible dish. Topped with crispy fried onions, this recipe adds an indulgent twist with bacon and Monterey Jack cheese for a flavor-packed experience.
Ingredients
- Green Beans:
- 4 (14.5-ounce) cans cut green beans, drained
- Creamy Base:
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of bacon soup
- Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ cup crumbled cooked bacon
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Cheese & Seasoning:
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Crunchy Topping:
- 1½ cups French fried onions
Instructions
- Prep Your Slow Cooker: Lightly grease the inside of a slow cooker with cooking spray or a little oil to prevent sticking.
- Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, mix the drained green beans, cream of mushroom soup, cream of bacon soup, cooked bacon, onion powder, garlic powder, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and black pepper to taste, keeping in mind that the soups and bacon already add some saltiness.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until the mixture is heated through and bubbling.
- Add the Topping: Sprinkle the French fried onions over the top of the casserole during the last 15–20 minutes of cooking. Leave the slow cooker uncovered to allow the onions to crisp up.
- Serve: Once the casserole is hot and the topping is golden and crunchy, serve it straight from the slow cooker for an easy and delicious presentation.
Conclusion
This Slow Cooker Ultimate Green Bean Casserole takes a beloved classic to new heights with added flavors of bacon and Monterey Jack cheese. The slow cooker makes it a stress-free addition to your holiday meal, freeing up your oven while ensuring a dish that’s packed with creamy, savory goodness. Perfect for busy cooks and happy guests alike!
Slow Cooker Ultimate Green Bean Casserole
A creamy, savory green bean casserole enriched with baconand cheese, topped with crispy fried onions, and conveniently cooked in a slowcooker. Perfect for holidays or easy dinners!
Ingredients
Green Beans:
- 4 14.5-ounce cans cut green beans, drained
Creamy Base:
- 1 10.5-ounce can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 10.5-ounce can cream of bacon soup
Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ cup crumbled cooked bacon
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Cheese & Seasoning:
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Crunchy Topping:
- 1½ cups French fried onions
Instructions
- Prep Your Slow Cooker: Lightly grease the inside of a slow cooker with cooking spray or a little oil to prevent sticking.
- Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, mix the drained green beans, cream of mushroom soup, cream of bacon soup, cooked bacon, onion powder, garlic powder, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and black pepper to taste, keeping in mind that the soups and bacon already add some saltiness.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until the mixture is heated through and bubbling.
- Add the Topping: Sprinkle the French fried onions over the top of the casserole during the last 15–20 minutes of cooking. Leave the slow cooker uncovered to allow the onions to crisp up.
- Serve: Once the casserole is hot and the topping is golden and crunchy, serve it straight from the slow cooker for an easy and delicious presentation.