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Baked Beans With Ground Beef

Published: May 26, 2023 · by Ramona

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Upgrade your baked beans from a classic side dish to a meaty, protein-packed main by adding lean ground beef. You will have a hearty casserole or even a soup, which is an easy, delicious, and fast midweek dinner option.

Baked beans recipe with ground beef served in a green serving bowl with a slice of bread tucked in.

Baked beans with ground beef is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the sweet taste of baked beans with the savory richness of ground beef. The combination of tender beans and seasoned ground beef creates a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. It can be served as a main course or a delicious side dish, and it is definitely a crowd-pleaser that never fails to impress.

Delicious cowboy casserole and quick to make (just under 30 minutes) no sugar added amazing protein and goodness-packed midweek dinner for your family and friends. This comforting and satisfying beef and bean chili meal is a classic favorite, it makes the perfect main or side dish often enjoyed during backyard barbecues, picnics, or cozy family dinners, a potluck option to take with you and impress your friends but also a great choice for a work lunch.

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  • 🥘 Ingredients
  • 👩🏻‍🍳 How to make baked beans with ground beef
  • 💞 Substitutions
  • 🤹‍♂️ Variations
  • 📦 Storage
  • ❓FAQ
  • 📍Other beans recipes you may enjoy:
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  • 📖 Baked Beans With Ground Beef

🥘 Ingredients

Here are the ingredients needed to make this baked beans with minced beef recipe:

Ingredients (ground beef, canned cherry tomatoes, spices, herbs, baked beans, carrots and onion) needed for baked beans with ground beef.
  • lean ground beef - I always use a 5% fat or 95% lean organic ground beef
  • baked beans ( I used homemade ones but canned ready-bought ones will work well.
  • onion
  • cayenne pepper
  • nutmeg
  • carrots
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • mustard seeds
  • cumin powder
  • canned cherry tomatoes
  • fresh herbs - I used parsley, dill, and thyme

See the full recipe card below for quantities.

👩🏻‍🍳 How to make baked beans with ground beef

This is a straightforward, easy-to-make ground beef recipe, so yummy and hearty.

Lean Ground beef cooking in a Le Creuset orange pot.

Place a pot on a medium-high fire and add the lean ground beef.

Ground, beef, carrots, salt, garlic, onions, Cuman powder, client, pepper, powder, cooking in a pot for baked beans with ground beef.

Add the remaining dry ingredients salt, pepper, cumin, cayenne, and freshly ground black pepper and nutmeg.

Half cooked ground beef with carrots, onions and spices with a wooden spoon tucked in.

Mix well and cook for approximately 10 minutes covered. Add ½ cup water or beef stock if necessary.

Fresh herbs (dill and parsley) added to bake beans with ground beef.

Bring in the freshly chopped herbs, and season more if necessary.

Minced beef half cooked with added baked beans and canned cherry tomatoes cooking in a deep pot.

Add the canned cherry tomatoes and the baked beans. Mix and cook further until the gravy has reduced nicely.

Baked beans with mince beef, reduced and cooked to perfection in a pot, ready to be served.

Give it another mix, turn the heat off, and serve immediately.

Hint: To achieve a nice deep red color for this beefy baked bean soup or casserole, reduce the gravy by cooking it on low fire uncovered once you added the tomatoes and baked beans.

💞 Substitutions

  • Ground beef - this can be substituted with ground turkey, chicken, lamb, sausages, hamburger meat, meatballs, or any soy product. Cubed tofu will also be a nice alternative.
  • Cayenne pepper - this is spicy so if you do not like a kick, use smoked or sweet paprika instead.
  • Fresh herbs - use your favorite herbs instead. Thyme, basil, coriander or cilantro, chives, spinach, or fresh oregano will work really nicely with this.
  • Vegan - ground beef can be replaced with a plant-based mince to make this dish a vegan one.
  • Vegetarian - add some crumbs of feta cheese to the vegan version.

🤹‍♂️ Variations

Other ingredients can be added to this baked beans casserole dish:

  • Worchester sauce
  • bacon - smoked is the best for a smokey flavor
  • smoked paprika - if you do not wish this spicy
  • chili con carne spice mix - for a beautiful taste and flavor
  • peas - make a wonderful addition for both extra veg and extra color
  • spinach - for extra goodness
  • turmeric - a great and healthy addition
  • celery - for extra flavor and different veg option
  • curry powder - for some wonderful, exotic flavors
  • shredded cabbage - for extra vegetables and fiber

All these variations were tried in the past and are truly wonderful.

  • Extra spicy - add red chili flakes or fresh green chili while cooking to imbue heat into this beans and minced beef dish;
  • Gluten-free - this dish is gluten-free but if you add any Worchester sauce or soy sauce make sure these are gluten-free ones
  • Deluxe - add some chickpeas, fried onions, and a dollop of sour cream
  • Kid-friendly - go easy on the cayenne pepper powder and chili flakes hide some veggies
  • Soup - make it a soup by adding some beef, vegetables, or chicken stock.

See this pork joint and beans stew for another delicious alternative and so is this Chilli Con Meatballs.

📦 Storage

Any leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days. Add a dash of water or stock when reheating on the stove or microwave.

❓FAQ

Can I freeze it?


Yes, this is the perfect dish to make for later. Freeze it in the desired portions in airtight containers for up to three months. Thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and heat it up to a boiling point (add more water if necessary), reduce to the desired consistency, season more, and serve on rice or pasta.

Can I make baked beans with ground beef recipe in a slow cooker?


Yes, absolutely! It only implies two steps:
Step One – Add your baked beans and all the other ingredients to the slow cooker and stir.
Step Two – Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for up to 8 hours.

Can I make this beans and minced beef recipe in Insta pot?


Step One Set Instant Pot to saute setting. Add the minced meat and saute for a few minutes until it starts to get golden brown, tossing and scraping down the bottom of the pot often.

Step Two Add the carrot and onion and cook until tender.

Step Three Turn the IP off. Add the remaining ingredients and a little liquid and stir well to combine.

Step Four Secure the IP lid, close the steam valve, and cook on Manual (high pressure) for 15 minutes. Naturally, release the pressure.

Step Five Carefully open the lid, and stir the mixture to combine. Enjoy!

Note: This recipe has no added sugar but if you do wish to add sugar you may notice a burn on the bottom.

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Please leave a 5-star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card below and/or a review in the comment section further down the page if you have made this recipe and liked it. Thank you so much for stopping by!

Baked beans recipe with ground beef served in a green serving bowl with a slice of bread tucked in closeup.

📖 Baked Beans With Ground Beef

Give the regular baked beans an uplift from a classic side dish to a meaty main by adding lean ground beef to make this wonderful hearty casserole, delicious and easy dinner option.
5 from 104 votes
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Course: Brunch, Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Salt
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 287kcal
Author: Ramona Sebastian
Cost: £10

Equipment

  • pot
  • woden spoon
  • knife
  • chopping board
  • small grater

Ingredients

  • 800 g baked beans (28.22 oz) or 2 baked bean cans
  • 800 g ground beef (28.22 oz) 5% fat or 95% lean
  • 400 g cherry tomatoes (14.11 oz) in tomato sauce
  • 3 large carrots or 5 small ones
  • 2 medium onions
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or himalayan
  • 1 bunch fresh herbs (dill and parsley)
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • ⅔ teaspoon cayenne pepper or red chili flakes
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon organic turmeric (optional)
Metric - US Imperial

Instructions

  • Place a pot on medium fire and add the ground meat once is hot. Add the chopped onion and garlic once it is beginning to sizzle. Mix and cook covered for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the carrot and the remaining dry ingredients (cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well and allow to cook for a further 5 minutes. I also added turmeric but I have forgotten to put that in picture. It is optional though.
  • Once cooked, add the cherry tomatoes and the baked beans. Cook for a further 5 -10 min uncovered so the gravy reduces and the dish gets a nice color.
  • Add the fresh herbs and stir. Turn off the heat.
  • The baked beans with ground beef is ready and can be served.

Notes

  • If you are using ready-bought canned baked beans use low salt or add no more salt to the dish to keep it low salt if you are following a low-salt diet 
  • Add 2 or more (depending on personal taste) spoons of molasses or dark sugar. I personally like this dish without. Mind due, the ready-bought baked beans already contain sugar ;-). 

Nutrition

Calories: 287kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 801mg | Potassium: 951mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5430IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 5mg
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Comments

  1. Julia says

    May 03, 2024 at 7:39 pm

    5 stars
    so delicious and healthy too!

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      May 03, 2024 at 8:25 pm

      thank you Julia, I totally agree!!

      Reply
  2. Loreto and Nicoletta says

    October 30, 2023 at 9:25 am

    5 stars
    This is a recipe perfect for the winter season. Hearty, comforting and very budget friendly! This a a great family meal that could be done in a slow cooker too. Thanks for sharing this soulful dish! ❤️ 😍

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      October 30, 2023 at 7:12 pm

      Thank you for visiting my page.Yes, absolutely! It can be made in slow cooker or inta pot as well as on the stove.

      Reply
  3. Jenny says

    October 30, 2023 at 3:47 am

    5 stars
    We make your beans with ground beef regularly, almost every two weeks. My husband's favorite meal. Just wanted to say thank you and that I love your site, it has lovely recipes.

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      November 01, 2023 at 8:13 pm

      Thank you soo much dear Jenny, it is so lovely to learn that you make my ground beef and baked beans every other week. I am chuffed! xoxo

      Reply
  4. Moop Brown says

    October 29, 2023 at 11:31 pm

    This dish seems really easy to make and like it is packed with protein as well. I definitely want to try making it for this week.

    Reply
  5. Sandhya Ramakrishnan says

    October 29, 2023 at 9:48 pm

    5 stars
    I love meals like this for the cold evening! This is so comforting and soothing and the flavors are perfect together.

    Reply
  6. Jordan says

    October 29, 2023 at 4:53 pm

    5 stars
    My boyfriend is a huge baked beans fan. He's going to absolutely love this recipe! Can't wait to try it out at our next cookout.

    Reply
  7. Tristin says

    October 29, 2023 at 12:07 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is a great way to doctor up plain baked bean and bring in even more flavor!

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      October 30, 2023 at 7:13 pm

      Absolutely! Thanks Tristin!

      Reply
  8. Carrie Robinson says

    October 29, 2023 at 9:34 am

    I just love how you turned a classic side into a hearty dinner idea by adding in ground beef! 🙂 This is definitely a great family-pleasing dinner.

    Reply
  9. Amy Liu Dong says

    October 28, 2023 at 11:13 am

    5 stars
    A quick and delicious dinner recipe to make for everyone. I am sure they will love this!

    Reply
  10. Sarah James says

    October 27, 2023 at 11:53 am

    5 stars
    Your baked beans with beef and spices sound delicious and so easy to make too. On my list to try for a midweek meal, thanks.

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      October 27, 2023 at 1:51 pm

      Thank you Sarah, please do let me know how you liked my recipe.
      Have a wonderful weekend!

      Reply
  11. Lin says

    August 28, 2023 at 10:52 am

    5 stars
    This baked beans recipe is so delicious and so easy to make.
    I made this and everyone loves it!

    Reply
  12. Amy Liu Dong says

    June 06, 2023 at 12:55 am

    5 stars
    Oh my gosh, I love how delicious and how easy to make this dish is.
    My husband loves it and now he is asking me to make this again for dinner.

    Reply
  13. Ann says

    June 04, 2023 at 10:24 am

    5 stars
    This is always a classic, delicious, side dish to make. Everyone loves it! Not to mention, super easy to make.

    Reply
  14. Jamie says

    June 04, 2023 at 8:56 am

    5 stars
    To be honest, not a fan of beans but this dish looks amazingly delicious! Love the presentation and the sauce makes this so enticing and very appealing!

    Reply
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