Beefy Beans and Cornbread Casserole Recipe

Name: Beefy Beans and Cornbread Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb bulk sausage meat; 1 onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 -2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional); 1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/2 teaspoon white salt or to taste); 12-1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste); 2 (16 ounce) cans baked beans; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 (8 1/2 ounce) package corn muffin mix; 1 cup grated cheddar cheese or 1 cup mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef or 1 lb bulk sausage meat
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 -2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/2 teaspoon white salt or to taste)
12-1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
2 (16 ounce) cans baked beans
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (8 1/2 ounce) package corn muffin mix
1 cup grated cheddar cheese or 1 cup mozzarella cheese

1
Set oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Grease an 8 or 9-inch baking dish.
3
In a skillet cook the ground beef with onion, green bell pepper and jalapeno pepper (if using) until the meat is browned; drain fat.
4
Add in fresh garlic, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt or 1/2 teaspoon white salt or to taste and black pepper; cook stirring for about 3 minutes.
5
Stir in 2 cans of baked beans and tomato paste; stir until heated through and well combined.
6
Transfer the mixture to prepared baking dish.
7
In a bowl prepare the muffin mix according to package directions, then spread evenly over the bean mixture.
8
Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes.
9
Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and return to oven for about 4-5 minutes to melt the cheese.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb bulk sausage meat, 1 onion, chopped, 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped, 1 -2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional), and more.

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

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beefy Beans and Cornbread Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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