The BEST Green Bean Casserole with Cheese and Bacon

of french style green beans (drained)

of cream of mushroom soup

milk (I used 2% but any will do!)

pepper (or to taste)

french fried onions (divided - half will go in, half will sprinkle on top)

shredded cheddar cheese

slices cooked bacon (chopped)

salt (to taste (remember, bacon has salt!))