How to Make Aunt Nancy's Baked Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably comforting about a dish that has been passed down through generations, and Aunt Nancy's Baked Beans are no exception. This classic recipe has been a staple at family gatherings for as long as anyone can remember, and for good reason. The rich, savory flavors of the baked beans combined with the sweetness of brown sugar and a touch of tang from mustard create a dish that is simply irresistible.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ pound bacon, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 (28 ounce) cans baked beans, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can butter beans, drained
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • ½ cup dark brown sugar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons dark molasses
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dry mustard

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer beef to a bowl with a slotted spoon. Drain and discard grease.
  • Place bacon in the same skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon on paper towels. Discard all drippings.
  • Add baked beans, kidney beans, butter beans, onion, brown sugar, white sugar, ketchup, molasses, and dry mustard to the beef. Add bacon and mix all ingredients together. Transfer to a 9x13-inch aluminum pan and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 10 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    191 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 15mg
    • Sodium: 464mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 45mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 259mg