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Hearty Bean Bake

By: Barb Wilkin 
"Because it makes such a big batch, this popular four-bean bake is perfect for potlucks...but I like to serve it with rolls and a salad at home too. We take the leftovers for lunch during the week. -Barb Wilkin Coshocton, Ohio"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (10)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr

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Original Recipe Yield 12 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 (28 ounce) can baked beans
  • 1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can wax beans, drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can cut green beans, drained
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the bacon and beans; mix well. Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, ketchup, honey and vinegar. Pour over the bean mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees F for 45-50 minutes or until heated through and bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes; stir and serve.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 15, 2011 by Texastwin   view full review
Wow, this was delicious! Easy 5 stars! I like one-dish meals and this is going to be one we...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2010 by STRONICMIC   view full review
This was excellent. The first batch I made, I tried to do w/ dried beans and I probably...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2011 by Stacie   view full review
I really enjoyed this! The only thing I did differently was to cook it in my slower cooker...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2010 by snack cake   view full review
This is by far the best bean casserole I've come across ever. It's simply delicious. This is...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2010 by Crys   view full review
I've tried this and its to die for..instead of using wax beans I used Lima Beans and Pinto Beans .
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 30, 2010 by Rebecca G   view full review
Very good! I added a couple of leftover cooked sausage links, and subbed a can of butter...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 4, 2009 by Amy Nicole   view full review
This turned out really good - I made it for my New Year's Day lunch and everyone complimented...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2007 by kmalter   view full review
This dish is wonderful. It can be a meal in itself or a great take along side dish at a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 22, 2011 by PSP81   view full review
This was a huge hit!!Delicious
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2010 by OrgVeggie   view full review
Just came out the kitchen. Its very sweet. I only used the onions, sauce mix and pink beans....

 

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