BBQ Beans Recipe – Eats Now

Name: BBQ Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb lean ground beef; 1 small onion, chopped; 12 lb polska kielbasa, sliced thin; 2 (15 ounce) cans pork and beans, do not rinse; 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (15 ounce) can butter beans, rinsed and drained; ¾ cup granulated sugar; ¾ cup brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 ½ cups ketchup; 2 tablespoons vinegar; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Servings: persons

12 lb lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
12 lb polska kielbasa, sliced thin
2 (15 ounce) cans pork and beans, do not rinse
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans, rinsed and drained
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 ½ cups ketchup
2 tablespoons vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

1
In heavy 4 quart dutch oven, brown the lean ground beef.
2
Add the chopped onion and cook until onion starts to become transparent.
3
At this point, if you wish, you can strain any fat from the pan and return the beef and onion mixture to the dutch oven.
4
Add the sliced kielbasa and all beans to the pan.
5
In medium bowl, combine the sugar, brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, salt and pepper.
6
Stir until well combined and add all to the meat and beans.
7
Mix well and place the pan in 350F oven and bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes to an hour, or until good, hot and bubbling, stirring occasionally.
8
Remove from oven and let cool ten minutes before serving.
9
Alternately, this can be prepared and then cooked in a slow cooker instead of a conventional oven for those on-the-go pot luck dinners.

4131

kcal

Calories

293

Fat

119

Carbs

239

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb lean ground beef, 1 small onion, chopped, 12 lb polska kielbasa, sliced thin, 2 (15 ounce) cans pork and beans, do not rinse, and more.

Yes, BBQ Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

BBQ Beans

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Variations & substitutions

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