Beef And Bean Medley Recipe

A hearty and flavorful slow cooker recipe! This Beef and Three-Bean Medley is packed with three types of beans, savory ground beef, and a tangy, sweet BBQ-inspired sauce. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a satisfying weekend meal. Easy to make and bursting with deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 255 mins
Calories 1081.2 kcal
Protein 92g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef And Bean Medley

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How to Make Beef And Bean Medley

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef and 1 medium onion (chopped) in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease and transfer to a 4-5 quart slow cooker.
  2. Add 4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled), 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed), and 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed) to the slow cooker.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture into the slow cooker. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until heated through and flavors have melded.
  6. Before serving, spoon a generous amount of the Beef and Three-Bean Medley over crushed corn chips (about 1 cup) and sprinkle with your favorite shredded cheese (about 1/2 cup).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

88 g

Sugar

100g

Fat

88g

Carbs

38g

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