Baked Beans with Ground Beef
A hearty and flavorful dish featuring baked beans, kidney beans, and black beans combined with savory ground beef and a rich, smoky sauce. Perfect as a side or a main dish!
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Baking Dish (if baking)
Ingredients
For the Beans and Beef
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can (28 oz) baked beans
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans drained and rinsed
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp mustard yellow or Dijon
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp chili powder optional, for heat
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar for extra tang
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in baked beans, kidney beans, and black beans. Add ketchup, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, chili powder, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well.
- Stovetop Method: Let the mixture simmer over low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Oven-Baked Method: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer mixture to a baking dish and bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes until bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy as a side dish or a main meal with cornbread!
Notes
This baked beans dish is loaded with flavor and protein, making it a great choice for BBQs, potlucks, or a hearty family meal.