This recipe is a twist on the old classic cream of mushroom green bean casserole. But this version is loaded with bacon and ranch flavors! It’s a total hit for any holiday meal! It makes for a perfect side dish for any holiday along with homemade cranberry sauce and glazed carrots.
I didn’t eat much green bean casserole growing up. While I’m not opposed to it in theory, I’m also not into the whole condensed cream of mushroom soup thing. In my opinion these bacon ranch green beans are way better than the traditional casserole. This recipe has a lot of similar flavors, but presented in a way where the fresh green beans really shine. But don’t worry, I did keep the classic french fried onions! If you are looking for other green bean recipes, check out my bacon green bean bundles and my classic roasted green beans. You can even have a crisp and refreshing green bean salad! There are so many ways to enjoy green beans!
How do you make bacon ranch green beans?
This recipe starts with green beans, mushrooms and red onions. After the vegetables are cooked they’re tossed in a butter sauce that’s flavored with ranch powder. I prefer my homemade ranch powder but store bought works just fine. That being said, the sodium content of ranch powder can vary widely so I left a range on how much to add in the recipe. It’s best to start with the smaller amount and add more to taste so that you don’t end up with salty green beans.
It’s not a holiday without french fried onions. I added them on top along with a generous amount of crispy bacon and some parsley. These are no boring vegetables, they look fancy but are still quite easy to prepare!
To get a jump on my holiday cooking to-do list I cook up the onions, mushrooms and green beans a day in advance. Right before it’s time to eat I heat up the vegetables in a pan along with the ranch butter and then add the toppings. I’m all for streamlining as much as possible. That way I can spend more time on the big day relaxing with the family instead of working in the kitchen! These bacon ranch green beans are a welcome addition to any holiday table. I like them so well that I make them year round! Still hungry? Follow Dinner at the Zoo on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest for more great recipe ideas!
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