🍛 Baked Beans & Ground Beef Casserole – A Hearty & Flavorful Dish! 🔥
This savory, sweet, and smoky casserole is packed with ground beef, baked beans, and a rich sauce—a comfort food classic perfect for any gathering!
🍽️ Ingredients
• 🥩 1 lb ground beef
• 🧅 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 🌶️ 1 medium green bell pepper, diced (or substitute half with jalapeño/poblano for heat!)
• 🍅 1 cup ketchup
• 🌭 2 (15 oz) cans pork & beans (do not drain)
• 🌿 1 tsp mustard
• 🍯 ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 🥄 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 🧂 Salt & black pepper, to taste
• 🧈 1 tbsp butter (for greasing the dish)
🥄 Directions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep
• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
2️⃣ Cook the Ground Beef & Veggies
• In a deep skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink.
• Add diced onion & bell pepper, and cook until softened.
• Drain excess grease.
3️⃣ Make the Sauce
• Stir in ketchup until well combined.
• Add mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar, stirring well.
• Season with salt & black pepper to taste.
4️⃣ Add the Beans & Bake
• Gently fold in pork & beans with their juice, stirring to combine.
• Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
• Cover with foil and seal tightly.
• Bake for 45 minutes until bubbling and flavors meld.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
• Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm. Great with cornbread or over rice!
⏳ Time & Servings
• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 45 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 6-8
💡 Pro Tips
✔️ Spicy Kick? – Swap half the bell pepper for jalapeño or add a pinch of cayenne! 🌶️🔥
✔️ More Smoky Flavor? – Stir in 1 tsp smoked paprika or a splash of liquid smoke. 😍
✔️ Make It a Full Meal! – Serve with cornbread, mashed potatoes, or steamed rice. 🍞🍚
🍛 A Southern Comfort Classic!
This Baked Beans & Ground Beef Casserole is savory, sweet, and packed with flavor—perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or an easy family dinner! 😋🔥