Texas Bean Bake

Hearty, flavorful, and irresistibly comforting, this Texas Bean Bake is the perfect crowd-pleasing dish for potlucks, family dinners, or game days. Packed with protein-rich kidney beans, pinto beans, and baked beans, this casserole is elevated by mouthwatering layers of seasoned ground beef, smoky barbecue sauce, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. A medley of bold flavors, including chili powder, mustard, and garlic, creates a rich, savory taste that’s both satisfying and delightful. Topped with melted sharp cheddar cheese, this baked masterpiece comes together in just under an hour. Serve it warm with cornbread or a crisp green salad for an authentic Texas-inspired meal that’s sure to leave everyone asking for seconds! Keywords: Texas Bean Bake, barbecue casserole, hearty bean dish, crowd-pleasing recipes, easy dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (15-ounce) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15-ounce) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (16-ounce) baked beans (do not drain)
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained kidney beans, pinto beans, baked beans (with sauce), barbecue sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Add the cooked ground beef mixture to the bowl and stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the bean and beef mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. If using shredded cheddar cheese, sprinkle it over the top in the last 5 minutes of baking.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with your favorite sides like cornbread or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2159.1 grams (2159.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3177

Total Fat 122.70g	157%
Saturated Fat 57.00g	285%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 421mg	140%
Sodium 7161mg	311%
Total Carbohydrate 383.30g	139%
Dietary Fiber 51.60g	184%
Total Sugars 194.00g
Protein 156.50g	313%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 1261mg	97%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 4825mg	103%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.8%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 47.0%