Cheesy Green Bean Casserole

This was a big hit at Thanksgiving 2015!

Ingredients:

- 6 slices thick cut bacon

- 2 tablespoons salted butter (substitute 1 T bacon fat, if desired)
- 1/2 medium yellow onion
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic puree or minced garlic
- 1/4 cup flour

- 1 cup beef broth (I used cauliflower broth leftover from cooking cauliflower)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (light cream is good)
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt

- 24 oz frozen green beans, defrosted

- 4 to 6 oz blended Cheddar and Swiss shredded cheese
- 3 oz French fried onions (I like Good Graces Gluten free brand)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375F. Use a 7x11 or similar pan.

Cook bacon in skillet. Remove and drain most of fat. Melt butter over medium heat in same pan. Add onions and garlic. Cook until onions are soft (not browned). Add flour. Stir; the mixture will form a paste.

Add beef broth. Bring to a low boil. With a whisk, begin mixing until combined. Add heavy cream, pepper, and salt. Add 1/2 of the bacon pieces.

Combine the green beans and bacon soup mixture. Transfer to pan. Top with cheese, French fried onions, and remaining bacon.

Bake for 20-30 minutes.