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The Ultimate Guide to Making the Best Baked Beans and Hamburger Recipe

A hearty dish of baked beans and hamburger topped with crispy bacon.
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This baked beans and hamburger recipe combines sweet and savory flavors with hearty ground beef, smoky bacon, and tender beans. Perfect for dinners, potlucks, or barbecues, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish that’s easy to prepare and full of comfort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 3 (15 oz) cans baked beans
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Optional: diced onions or peppers for added flavor

Instructions

  1. Cook the ground beef in a skillet until browned, then drain the fat.
  2. Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble or chop.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine baked beans, cooked beef, bacon, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, and vinegar.
  4. Transfer to a casserole dish or slow cooker, and cook:
    • Oven: Bake at 350°F for 1 hour.
    • Slow Cooker: Cook on high for 1 hour or low for 2–3 hours.
    • Stovetop: Simmer on medium heat for 30 minutes.

Notes

  • For a smoky twist, use barbecue sauce instead of ketchup.
  • Adjust sweetness by reducing brown sugar or adding more vinegar.
  • Add diced jalapeños for a spicy variation.

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