Cowboy Baked Beans Recipe

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef

1 medium onion, diced

1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained

1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained

1/2 cup barbecue sauce

1/3 cup brown sugar

1 tbsp yellow mustard

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: 1 tsp smoked paprika or a few drops of liquid smoke for extra smokiness

Instructions:

1.⁠ ⁠Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2.⁠ ⁠In a large skillet, cook ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain excess grease.

3.⁠ ⁠In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture kidney beans, pinto beans, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4.⁠ ⁠Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 baking dish.

5.⁠ ⁠Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until bubbly and slightly thickened.

6.⁠ ⁠Let cool slightly before serving.