Savory Southwest Ranchero Beans

Rancho Beans Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 50 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour
🍽️ Servings: 4

Description:

Another gem from my cherished family recipe book, gifted to me on my wedding day. Though I’ve yet to prepare this dish, its comforting flavors seem tailor-made for chilly evenings or those spirited Sundays filled with football frenzy! 🏈

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/2 pound ground round (or any ground meat of your choice)
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) pork and beans
• 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:

   • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
   • Dice the onion.
   • Drain and rinse the kidney beans.

2. Saute Onion and Ground Meat:

   • In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
   • Add the diced onion and ground round to the skillet.
   • Cook until the meat is browned and the onion is tender.

3. Add Flavorful Elements:

   • Once the meat and onion are cooked, sprinkle in the seasoning salt.
   • Pour in the Worcestershire sauce for a savory kick.
   • Stir in the brown sugar, adding a hint of sweetness.
   • Introduce the ketchup, enhancing the depth of flavors.

4. Incorporate Beans and Chilies:

   • Gently fold in the pork and beans, ensuring they’re well combined.
   • Carefully incorporate the kidney beans, maintaining their integrity.
   • Finally, add the diced green chilies for a touch of heat and complexity.

5. Bake to Perfection:

   • Transfer the bean mixture to a baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
   • Place the dish, uncovered, into the preheated oven.
   • Bake for 40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the beans to become deliciously tender.

6. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Once baked to perfection, remove the dish from the oven.
   • Allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
   • Dish out generous portions into bowls, savoring the aroma that fills the air.
   • Pair with your favorite accompaniments, such as crusty bread or a fresh green salad.
   • Gather your loved ones around the table and indulge in this hearty and comforting meal.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 823.3
• Fat: 36g
• Saturated Fat: 15.9g
• Cholesterol: 121.1mg
• Sodium: 1875.7mg
• Carbohydrates: 91.8g
• Fiber: 20.4g
• Sugar: 24.6g
• Protein: 39.5g

Recipe Notes:

• This recipe yields a satisfying meal perfect for cozy gatherings or weeknight dinners.
• Feel free to customize the dish by using your preferred type of ground meat.
• For a spicier kick, add additional diced jalapenos or a dash of hot sauce.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to three days, reheating gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.