MIGHTY CHEESY GREEN BEANS & BACON CASSEROLE

Mighty Cheesy Green Beans & Bacon Casserole image

Provided by Cassie *

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 Tbsp butter
1/4 c onion, chopped fine
3 Tbsp flour
1 c milk
12 oz package american cheese slices, chopped or your favorite melting cheese
1/2 tsp mustard
1/4 tsp worcestershire sauce
1/8 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
6 slice bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 -3 can(s) 14 ounce green beans, drained - or could use fresh that's been steamed or boiled
handful french fried onions, crumbled
paprika

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Spray a 1 1/2 quart casserole or other dish or pan. Melt butter in a large saucepan or skillet; add onions and cook until transparent.
2. Add flour and stir until absorbed; gradually stir in milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
3. Stir in cheese until melted. Add mustard, beans, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne and bacon.
4. Pour into prepared dish.
5. Sprinkle about a handful of crumbled french fried onions evenly on top. Sprinkle with a pinch of paprika.
6. Bake uncovered until bubbling and golden, about 25 minutes. Serve immediately. Enjoy!