Crockpot Honey Baked Beans With Ground Beef Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a skillet, brown the ground beef and onions until the beef is cooked through and the onions are translucent.
• STEP 2.Transfer the cooked beef and onions to a crockpot.
• STEP 3.Add the remaining ingredients to the crockpot, including the beans, ketchup, mustard, honey, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and spices.
• STEP 4.Stir everything together until well combined.
• STEP 5.Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the flavors have melded together and the beans are tender.
• STEP 6.Serve the honey baked beans with ground beef hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
• STEP 7.Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add cooked and crumbled bacon to the baked beans.
• If you prefer a spicier version, you can add some hot sauce or chili powder to the mixture.
• These baked beans can also be made without ground beef for a vegetarian option. Simply omit the beef and increase the amount of beans.
• To make the dish more smoky, you can use smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the honey baked beans with ground beef as a main dish or as a side dish with grilled meats or barbecue.
• These beans can also be served over rice or with cornbread for a complete meal.
• To reheat leftovers, simply microwave them until heated through or heat them on the stovetop in a saucepan.
• You can freeze the baked beans in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw them in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.