Classic Cowboy Beans – Beef Version
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
1½ lbs ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans (28 oz each) baked beans
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
½ cup ketchup
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup barbecue sauce
2 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp chili powder
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- In a large bowl, combine the baked beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, ketchup, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, black pepper, and chili powder.
- Stir in the cooked ground beef, onion, and garlic until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 40–50 minutes, until hot, bubbly, and slightly thickened.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with cornbread, grilled vegetables, or your favorite BBQ sides.
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