Best Of The West Bean Bake Recipe

This hearty and satisfying bean bake is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your next summer cookout or Super Bowl party! Imagine a giant kettle overflowing with tender beans, savory spices, and irresistible flavor. This one-pot wonder is incredibly easy to make and even better the next day – perfect for meal prepping! Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 350.4 kcal
Protein 33g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add onion and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Add the kidney beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  6. Pour in the vegetable broth.
  7. Bring to a simmer on the stovetop.
  8. Cover the pot and transfer to the preheated oven.
  9. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded.
  10. 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