Baked Beef and Beans
Try this easy and flavorful baked beef and beans recipe. A delicious option for a quick and satisfying meal!
Beefy beans make a delicious and satisfying meal with a pan of cornbread and a salad or slaw. This simple recipe combines canned pork and beans—your favorite brand and flavor—with ground beef, onion, peppers, and a tasty barbecue-flavored sauce. It’s an easy preparation perfect for a weeknight meal or busy weekend dinner. All you have to do is brown the beef with the onions and peppers, add the beans and sauce ingredients, and bake! I use Boston-style baked beans, but feel free to use your favorite. Maple flavored, tomato-based, or BBQ style are all great choices.
Recipe Variations
- Spices: Add heat with some crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne, or use a spicy ketchup.
- Meat: Use ground turkey, chorizo, pork, or sausage instead of beef.
- Sauce: Replace the brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup with 1 cup of barbecue sauce.
How to Store
Store the leftover beans in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring to ensure even heating.
Baked Beef and Beans
Ingredients
- 1 pound 85% ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 2 15- ounce cans pork and beans
- Optional garnishes: green onions or shredded cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven: Heat the oven to 325 F (165 C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- Cook the Beef and Aromatics: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef; break it into smaller pieces and cook undisturbed for 4 minutes. Add the onion and bell pepper and continue cooking, stirring, for 4 to 5 minutes longer or until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is translucent. Drain excess grease and add the remaining ingredients.
- Bake: Spoon the bean mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbling.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions or cheese if desired, and enjoy!
