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Low-Carb Keto Green Bean Casserole Recipe

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This Low-Carb Keto Green Bean Casserole is a creamy, savory dish perfect for those following a ketogenic or low-carb lifestyle. Combining crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms and onions, and tender green beans in a rich, thickened sauce, this casserole offers a delicious twist on a classic comfort food without the carb-heavy ingredients. Baked to bubbly perfection and topped with bacon crumbs, it makes a perfect side for holiday meals or anytime comfort food craving strikes.

Ingredients

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Meat

  • 6 slices bacon

Vegetables

  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup onion, diced
  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed

Dairy

  • 2/3 cup half-and-half
  • 1/3 cup 2% milk
  • 1/4 cup full-fat cream cheese

Seasonings

  • 1 1/4 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Heat Skillet: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place a large skillet over medium heat to warm up while you prepare the ingredients.
  2. Cook Bacon: Add the bacon slices to the hot skillet and cook until golden brown and crispy on each side, about 4 minutes per side. Once cooked, transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess fat. Keep about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the skillet and discard the rest.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: Increase the skillet heat to medium-high and add the sliced mushrooms and diced onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and soft, roughly 3 minutes.
  4. Thicken Sauce: Pour in the half-and-half, 2% milk, and add the cream cheese, sea salt, and pepper to the skillet with the vegetables. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Let it cook for about 4 minutes until it begins to thicken. Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for another 7-8 minutes until it reaches a consistency similar to condensed soup.
  5. Boil Green Beans: While the sauce thickens, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the trimmed green beans and cook until just fork-tender, approximately 7-8 minutes. Drain well and pat the beans dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  6. Combine Beans with Sauce: Add the cooked green beans to the thickened sauce in the skillet. Stir well to coat all beans evenly with the creamy sauce.
  7. Bake Casserole: Transfer the green bean and sauce mixture into an 8×8-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the casserole is bubbly.
  8. Prepare Bacon Topping: While the casserole bakes, place the cooked bacon slices in a food processor and pulse until they form small, crumb-like pieces.
  9. Add Bacon and Finish Baking: Remove the casserole from the oven after the initial baking time. Sprinkle the bacon crumbs evenly on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to allow the bacon topping to heat and meld into the casserole.
  10. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the casserole hot for a comforting low-carb side dish.

Notes

  • To keep the casserole keto-friendly, avoid adding traditional fried onions or breaded toppings.
  • If you prefer, substitute heavy cream for the half-and-half and milk for an even richer sauce.
  • You can prepare the bacon and sauce ahead of time; assemble and bake right before serving.
  • Make sure to dry the green beans thoroughly after boiling to prevent the casserole from becoming watery.

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