Spicy Baked Beans with Canned Beans
Spicy Baked Beans with Canned Beans is a must-try dish that combines the heartiness of beans with a punchy flavor profile. This easy-to-make recipe features a delightful blend of spices and the richness of beef, making it an excellent choice for gatherings, barbecues, or as a satisfying side dish. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a bake in the oven, these beans become a delicious centerpiece of any meal. They can be served alone, paired with grilled meats, or even enjoyed on toast. The versatility and robust taste make this dish not only crowd-pleasing but also nutritious.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 1 large green bell pepper (chopped)
- 1/2 Cup Ketchup
- 1/4 Cup Worcestershire sauce (non-alcoholic)
- 1 teaspoon chile powder (New Mexico Red or ancho)
- 1/2 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
- 1 Tablespoon mustard (prepared yellow)
- 1/4 Cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 28 oz beef and beans (half of the liquid drained)
- 2 Tablespoon flat leaf parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a cast iron skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 4 minutes until transparent, then add green bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, chile powder, liquid smoke, mustard, and brown sugar; whisk until blended.
- Combine beef and drained beans into the sauce mixture and stir gently to coat. Add sautéed vegetables and parsley; mix again.
- Transfer mixture to a greased casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg