FOURTH OF JULY BEAN CASSEROLE

Fourth of July Bean Casserole image

The outstanding barbecue taste of these beans makes them a favorite for cookouts all summer and into the fall. It's a popular dish, even with kids. The beef makes it so much better than plain pork and beans. -Donna Fancher, Lawrence, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 pound bacon strips, diced
1/2 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 can (28 ounces) pork and beans
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons molasses
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon, beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish; add all beans and mix well. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; stir into beef and bean mixture. , Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 933mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 12g protein.