Smoky Bacon and Bean Casserole
Just five simple ingredients and one dish are all it takes to make this casserole that can serve as a hearty side to a roast chicken dinner or stand in for the main dish when paired with crusty bread.
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Ingredients
- 4 slices thick, hickory smoked bacon
- 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes whole
- 1 15-oz can cannellini or other white bean rinsed and drained
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme run through fingers to remove leaves
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F
- Arrange bacon slices in a 9x13" casserole dish. Bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, just until crisp. Remove bacon from the dish and drain all but 1-2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
- Add tomatoes to pan and stir to coat. Roast them at 400°F for 8 minutes, until they begin to soften.
- Stir in thyme leaves, chicken stock, and beans. Return to oven for 8-10 minutes until fully heated. Serve.