Baked Beans With Ground Beef
A hearty and flavorful dish blending tender beans with savory ground beef and a rich sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for a lighter option.
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) navy beans or great northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced Any color bell pepper can be used.
- 1/4 cup brown sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons mustard Yellow mustard recommended.
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional) For a smoky flavor.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they soften.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the rinsed and drained beans, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and smoked paprika if using. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Cooking
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes to allow the top to become slightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
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Notes
Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired. Consider allowing the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving for better flavor.