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Baked Beans with Ground Beef and Bacon is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the rich taste of baked beans with savory ground beef and crispy bacon. This recipe is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or barbecues. Let's gather the ingredients you'll need for this comforting and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil: For sautéing the vegetables and meat.
- 1 medium white onion, diced: Adds sweetness and depth of flavor.
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced: Adds a mild, tangy taste.
- 1 pound ground beef: I prefer lean ground beef, but you can use 80/20 or higher and drain any excess oil.
- 1 cup bacon, diced: You can use cooked or raw bacon for extra flavor.
- 42 ounces baked beans (canned with sauce): You'll need three cans of 14-16 ounces each.
- 1/4 cup ketchup: Adds sweetness and tanginess.
- 1/4 cup brown sugar: Sweetens the dish with a deep, molasses-like flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce: Adds a rich, savory taste.
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard: Gives a slight tang and complexity.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder: Enhances the overall flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt: For seasoning.
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper: Adds a bit of heat.
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
- Dice the onion and the bell pepper into small 1/2 inch pieces.
- Step 2: Sauté the Vegetables
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper, and cook, stirring, for about 3-4 minutes or until softened.
- Step 3: Cook the Meat
- Add the ground beef and diced bacon to the skillet. Stir to break up any lumps with the back of a wooden spoon. Keep stirring occasionally and cook until the beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess oil if needed.
- Step 4: Add the Baked Beans and Sauce
- Add the baked beans with sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Step 5: Simmer the Mixture
- Heat the mixture until it starts to bubble. Keep the temperature so that the whole pan simmers for 10 minutes, usually on medium heat.
- Step 6: Serve
- Once the mixture has simmered and thickened, serve hot and enjoy!