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Baked Beans with Ground Beef

Baked Beans with Ground Beef: The Irresistible Food

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Ground Beef (1 pound) – Provides a savory, hearty base for the dish, adding protein and richflavor.
  • Large Onion (1, chopped) – Adds natural sweetness and depth,complementing the beef perfectly.
  • Baked Beans (4, 12-ounce cans) – The heart of the dish, offering sweetnessand a creamy texture that pairs beautifully with the beef.
  • Brown Sugar (3/4 cup) – Brings a rich sweetness with a hint of molasses, balancing the savoryingredients.
  • Ketchup (1/2 cup) – Adds tanginess and a slight sweetness, enhancing the flavor of thedish.
  • Worcestershire Sauce (2 tablespoons) – Contributes umami and depth, making the dishmore savory.
  • Mustard(1 tablespoon) –Gives a subtle tang that balances the richness of the beef and beans
  • Garlic Powder (1 teaspoon) – Enhances the flavor with a mild garlic kick.
  • Salt(1 teaspoon)and Black Pepper (1/4 teaspoon) –These seasonings bring out the dish's full flavor

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the dish bakes evenly and becomesperfectly bubbly and golden.
  • Cook the ground beef and onion: In a large skillet, heat over medium heat.Add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook until the beef is no longer pinkand the onions are soft, about 6-8 minutes. Stir occasionally to break up thebeef. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  • cansof baked beans, 3/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoonsWorcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon mustard, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir everything together untilwell combined, ensuring the beef and beans are evenly coated with the sauce.
  • Transfer to a baking dish: Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish andpour the mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.
  • Bake: Place the baking dish in thepreheated oven and bake uncovered for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until thedish is bubbly and heated through. The top should be slightlycaramelized and golden.
  • Serve:Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the savory and sweetflavors of your homemade Baked Beans with Ground Beef!