Ingredients for Best Of The West Bean Bake
- 1 pound ground beef
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can pink beans, rinsed andrained
- 1 (15-ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (28-ounce) can pork and beans, undrained
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
- green onions, sliced, for garnish (optional)
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How to Make Best Of The West Bean Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add the kidney beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour in the vegetable broth.
- Bring to a simmer on the stovetop.
- Cover the pot and transfer to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
26 g
Sugar
23g
Fat
25g
Carbs
13g