Chuck Wagon Beans Recipe

Name: Chuck Wagon Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. bacon slices; 3 lb. ground beef; 3 c. onion, finely chopped; 2 beef bouillon cubes; 2/3 c. boiling water; 1 1/2 c. catsup; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1 c. brown sugar; 2 cans pork and beans

Servings: persons

1
In
2
Dutch oven brown bacon until crisp.
3
Drain off fat. In same
4
pan cook and stir ground beef and onion until meat is brown and
5
onion
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is tender.
7
May want to drain fat.
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Dissolve bouillon cubes in boiling water.
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Stir bouillon and remaining ingredients into
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meat
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mixture.
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Cover and bake 1 hour and 15 minutes.

2204

kcal

Calories

142

Fat

122

Carbs

112

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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. bacon slices, 3 lb. ground beef, 3 c. onion, finely chopped, 2 beef bouillon cubes, and more.

Yes, Chuck Wagon 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!

Chuck Wagon Beans

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Variations & substitutions

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