Baked Beans with Ground Beef and Bacon

Serving spoon in a casserole dish of baked beans.

5 from 3 votes

Baked Beans with Ground Beef and Bacon

These baked beans with ground beef are made with bacon, three kinds of beans, and lots of tangy barbecue flavor. This side dish is perfect for any summer meal.

Prep Time5

Cook Time1

Total Time1 5

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 305kcal

Author: Abbey McDermott

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 pound bacon cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large yellow onion diced
2 28-oz cans pork and beans not drained
1 15.5-oz can navy, butter, or cannellini beans not drained
1 15.5-oz can kidney beans not drained
½ cup light or dark brown sugar
½ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

In a large heavy-bottomed pan set over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking apart the meat as it cooks. This will take 5-6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the beef from the pan and drain the excess fat.
Add the bacon to the pan and cook until brown and crisp, approx. 10-15 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain the excess drippings, leaving two tablespoons of drippings in the pan.
Add the onions to the bacon drippings and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the beans, ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and vinegar to the pan. Stir to combine. Add back the beef and bacon, reserving some of the bacon for the top of the casserole.
Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 baking dish. Bake at 375℉ for 20 minutes. Add the reserved bacon to the top and bake for another 10 minutes. Serve.

Notes

To freeze, cool the beans completely. Transfer them to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
Baked beans reheat well. Smaller portions can be reheated in the microwave. For larger portions, use the stovetop or the oven. For the stovetop method, transfer the beans to a large pot. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until warmed through. For the oven method, preheat the oven to 350°F. Transfer the beans to an oven-safe dish, cover with aluminum foil, and bake for 20-30 minutes until heated through.

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