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
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Great Grandma's Baked Beans

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How to Make Great Grandma's Baked Beans

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 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.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Add diced green bell peppers and onions to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the cooked bacon.
  6. Add pork and beans, brown sugar, corn syrup, ketchup, and mustard to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  8. Pour the mixture into a casserole dish.
  9. Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

49g

Carbs

21g