Great Grandma's Baked Beans Recipe

This legendary baked bean recipe has been passed down through generations, delighting families at picnics, cookouts, and sports parties for years! Our secret? A savory blend of smoky bacon, juicy hamburger, and sweet brown sugar, all slow-cooked to perfection. Get ready for rave reviews – this dish is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser! Perfect side for any BBQ or get-together.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 55 mins

Calories 604.9 kcal

Protein 56g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Great Grandma's Baked Beans

1 lb ground beef
Bacon
Green Pepper
Onion
Pork And Beans
1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup ketchup
Yellow Mustard
Salt And Pepper

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How to Make Great Grandma's Baked Beans

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, cook diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving bacon grease in the pan.
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
Add diced green bell peppers and onions to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the cooked bacon.
Add pork and beans, brown sugar, corn syrup, ketchup, and mustard to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Pour the mixture into a casserole dish.
Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

49g

Carbs

21g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Great Grandma's Baked Beans?

Great Grandma's Baked Beans takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Great Grandma's Baked Beans?

Great Grandma's Baked Beans has approximately 604.9 calories per serving, with about 56 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 43 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Great Grandma's Baked Beans?

The key ingredients for Great Grandma's Baked Beans are Hamburger, Bacon, Green Pepper, Onion, Pork And Beans, Dark Brown Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.