Cowboy Baked Beans are a hearty, flavorful, and comforting dish that perfectly blends savory, sweet, and smoky flavors in one pot.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time45 minutesmins
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4servings
Equipment
Large Skillet
Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Canned Baked Beans
1can (28 oz)Bush’s Baked Beans
Ground Beef
1/2poundGround Beef
Seasonings
2tablespoonsWorcestershire sauce
2tablespoonsBrown sugar
1tablespoonOnion & herb seasoning
Vegetables
1/4cupMinced onions
1/2cupChopped onions
1/2cupChopped green bell peppers
Instructions
Step 1: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Step 2: Stir in the minced onions, chopped onions, and chopped green bell peppers. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
Step 3: Add the Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and onion & herb seasoning to the skillet. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
Step 4: Pour the can of Bush’s Baked Beans into the skillet, mixing all the ingredients thoroughly. Lower the heat and let it simmer gently for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 5: Once the mixture is thickened and bubbly, remove it from heat. Your cowboy baked beans are ready to serve!
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm the beans in a saucepan over medium heat.