Baked Beans with Ground Beef Recipe

These Baked Beans with Ground Beef Recipe are the ultimate Southern-style comfort food. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner, this dish combines savory baked beans with hamburger meat, crispy bacon, BBQ sauce, bell pepper, onion, and a mix of spices for a rich, hearty flavor.

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How to Prepare Baked Beans with Ground Beef

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C) and lightly grease a 13×9-inch casserole dish.
2. Cook the Bacon: In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon pieces until crispy, about 8 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and discard any grease.
3. Cook the Beef: Return the skillet to medium heat and cook the ground beef for 3 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
4. Add Vegetables: Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the beef. Stir and continue to cook until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
5. Mix the Sauces and Beans: Stir in the BBQ sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Mix well to combine. Add the pork and beans and stir until everything is well incorporated.
6. Assemble the Dish: Pour the bean mixture into the greased casserole dish. Spread the cooked bacon pieces evenly over the top.
7. Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.
8. Let it Rest: Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for at least 10 minutes to allow the beans to set and thicken.

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Baked Beans with Ground Beef Recipe

Elevate your next meal with these Southern-style Baked Beans with Ground Beef. Packed with savory bacon, ground beef, and a tangy mix of BBQ sauce and spices, this hearty dish is perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Additional Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

Servings 12 Servings

Ingredients

  

• 6 strips bacon cut into 1 1/2” pieces
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion diced, about 1 cup
• 1 medium red bell pepper diced, about 1 cup
• 3 15 ounce cans pork and beans
• 1/2 cup sweet BBQ sauce
• 1/3 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar
• 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 Tablespoon soy sauce

Instructions

 

• Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C) and lightly grease a 13×9-inch casserole dish.
• Cook the Bacon: In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon pieces until crispy, about 8 minutes. Remove the bacon and discard any grease.
• Cook the Beef: Return the skillet to medium heat and cook the ground beef for 3 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
• Add Vegetables: Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir and cook until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
• Mix the Sauces and Beans: Stir in the BBQ sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Mix well, then add the pork and beans, stirring to combine.
• Assemble the Dish: Pour the bean mixture into the greased casserole dish. Evenly distribute the cooked bacon pieces on top.
• Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 50 minutes.
• Let it Rest: Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for at least 10 minutes to set and thicken.

How to Store Baked Beans with Ground Beef

To store leftover baked beans, let them cool to room temperature. Transfer the beans to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the beans in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator if frozen, then warm in a 350°F oven until heated through, or microwave in 1-minute intervals, stirring in between.