Here’s a hearty, savory Baked Beans & Ground Beef Casserole recipe—easy to make and full of flavor.
🍲 Baked Beans & Ground Beef Casserole
🛒 Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 oz each) baked beans (original or maple-flavored)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup ketchup or BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- Optional topping: breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for crunch
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish (or similar).
2. Cook the beef
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions → sauté 3–4 minutes until translucent.
- Add garlic → cook 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef → cook until browned.
- Drain excess fat.
- Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
3. Combine ingredients
- Stir in baked beans, ketchup (or BBQ sauce), and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix well and cook 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
4. Assemble the casserole
- Pour beef and bean mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Optional: top with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for extra crunch.
5. Bake
- Bake 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Serve
- Let casserole cool 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with a side of green salad, cornbread, or steamed veggies.
🔥 Tips for Best Results
- Use smoky or maple-flavored baked beans for extra depth.
- Mix in diced bell peppers or jalapeños for more flavor.
- Leftovers taste great reheated—perfect for meal prep.
If you want, I can also make a slow cooker version of this baked beans and ground beef casserole that’s almost hands-off and extra flavorful.
Do you want me to make that version?
