Description
This Baked Beans & Ground Beef Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. With a savory mix of ground beef, baked beans, and a touch of sweetness, this casserole is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Casserole:
- 2 cans (15 oz each) baked beans
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the diced onion until browned and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes. Drain any excess grease, then stir in the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add Ingredients: Add the baked beans, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. If using, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, garnish as desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a heartier dish, stir in cooked crumbled bacon or substitute ground sausage for part of the beef.
- This casserole pairs well with cornbread or a crisp side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
