Description
Warm, hearty and full of sweet, smoky flavor, these Baked Beans with Hamburger and Bacon are sure to become a family favorite. They're perfect for making ahead, bringing to a potluck or freezing for later. Packed with protein-rich burger and nutritious beans, this comforting dish is both satisfying and delicious, keeping everyone full and happy.
Ingredients
1lb bacon
1 small onion finely chopped
1 tablespoon (1/2 ounce) butter or oil for frying onions
1 1/2 pounds ground meat beef, game (moose, bear etc.), chicken, turkey etc.
1 cup (265 grams) ketchup
3/4 cup (145 grams) brown sugar
4 teaspoons (25 grams) white vinegar
4 teaspoons (25 grams) yellow mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons (9 grams) salt
1 teaspoon (3 grams) chili powder
2 cans (15 ounces) kidney beans dark or light
2 cans (15 ounces) baked beans
1 can (15 ounce) great northern or pinto beans
Instructions
*Always follow USDA recommendations for thawing, handling and cooking meats. USDA recommends cooking ground moose and beef to an internal temperature of at least 160°F.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the bacon in a single layer. Bake until crispy, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool. Once cooled, chop into bite-sized pieces. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F.
- While the bacon cooks and cools, heat a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the butter or oil* and the finely chopped onion. Sauté until softened and translucent.
- Add the ground meat to the pot and cook, breaking it up, until evenly browned and fully cooked.*
- While the meat cooks, prepare the sauce by whisking together the ketchup, sugar, vinegar, mustard, salt and chili powder in a small bowl.
- Add the sauce, beans and chopped bacon to the pot. Stir to combine, then cover with an oven safe lid and transfer to the oven. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, gently stir and serve hot. Serve with corn bread and top with shredded cheese, sour cream and jalapenos if desired.
*All nutritional information is an estimation only. Exact nutritional value depends on exact amounts and ingredients used.
Notes
2. You can use some of the fat from the bacon to cook the onions in to add more flavor to the beans, just be careful pouring it from the pan as it will be very hot.
3. USDA recommends cooking ground meat to an internal temperature of at least 160°F.
- Prep Time: 20-25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cook Top and Bake
- Cuisine: American