Oven Baked 5-Ingredient Calico Beans Casserole Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate, then crumble or chop it. Pour off the rendered fat from the skillet.
In the same skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles, until it reaches 160°F. Drain off any excess grease.
In a large bowl, stir together the pork and beans with their sauce, drained kidney beans, barbecue sauce, cooked beef, and bacon.
Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared dish. Bake uncovered for 45 to 55 minutes, until the edges bubble, the sauce thickens slightly, and the center reaches 165°F.
Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Practical Woman's Secret
Drain the kidney beans, but keep the sauce from the pork and beans. It blends with the barbecue sauce and keeps the casserole saucy as it bakes.
Serving and Storage
Serve warm with cornbread or a crisp cabbage slaw. Refrigerate leftovers in shallow, covered containers within 2 hours. Use within 3 to 4 days and reheat to 165°F.
Nutrition Information
Estimated per serving: ⅛ of the casserole, excluding sides and grease for the dish
Calories: 295 kcal
Protein: 22 g
Carbohydrates: 31 g
Fat: 9 g
Fiber: 7 g
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 980 mg
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