3 Bean Baked Beans Recipe

These hearty 3-Bean Baked Beans are a crowd-pleaser perfect for cookouts, family gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy night in! The savory blend of three types of beans, ground beef, and crispy bacon creates a deeply flavorful dish that's surprisingly not overly sweet. Easy to prepare and bake to perfection, this recipe is guaranteed to become a new family favorite. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 329.9 kcal
Protein 33g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
3 Bean Baked Beans

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for 3 Bean Baked Beans

  • 4 slices bacon
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • Onion
  • 1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Pork And Beans
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, 1 (15 ounce) can navy beans

How to Make 3 Bean Baked Beans

  1. Fry 4 slices of bacon until crisp. Reserve 2 teaspoons of bacon drippings and crumble the bacon, setting aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, sauté 1 medium chopped onion until softened. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. Brown 1 pound of ground beef in the same saucepan. Drain excess grease.
  4. Return the sautéed onions to the saucepan. Add 1 (28 ounce) can of tomato sauce, 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon dry mustard, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, and the reserved 2 teaspoons of bacon drippings.
  5. Bring to a simmer for 1 minute.
  6. Gently stir in 1 (15 ounce) can of kidney beans, 1 (15 ounce) can of pinto beans, 1 (15 ounce) can of navy beans, and the crumbled bacon.
  7. Pour the mixture into a 3-quart baking dish.
  8. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 25 minutes.
  9. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

31g

Carbs

9g