"This takeoff on the classic green bean casserole is prepared in a slow cooker—opening up oven space for your other holiday dishes...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 bags (12 oz each) Green Giant™ Steamers™ Select® frozen whole green beans, thawed
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1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of celery or mushroom soup
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1 clove garlic, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms (about 3 cups)
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1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
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1/2 cup slivered almonds
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1/2 cup half-and-half
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1 tablespoon Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups seasoned croutons, slightly crushed