Ingredients

  • 1 (8 3/4 oz.) can French-style green beans, drained
  • 1 Tbsp. butter or margarine
  • 2 Tbsp. finely chopped onion
  • 1 small can mushrooms, sliced or bits and pieces
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices crisp cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 3/4 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. Ritz cracker crumbs

Method

  • Microwave butter and onion in a 2-quart casserole for 1 to 2 minutes until onion is tender.
  • Add flour, cheese and milk.
  • Stir well and microwave 4 minutes or until mixture is thickened.
  • Stir once each minute while cooking.
  • Fold in green beans and bacon. Top with cracker crumbs and microwave another 5 to 7 minutes, turning once while cooking.
  • Allow to stand 3 to 5 minutes before serving.