Baked Beans with Ground Beef
Baked beans with ground beef are the ultimate comfort dish, combining sweet and savory flavors that create a hearty meal perfect for family gatherings or backyard barbecues. This warm and inviting recipe features tender ground beef mingling with rich baked beans, vibrant vegetables, and zesty seasonings, all baked to perfection. With its delightful aroma and colorful presentation, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 (15 oz) cans baked beans
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked beef and veggies with baked beans, brown sugar, ketchup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove foil during the last 10 minutes to caramelize.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg