Slow-Cooked Bacon and Beef Bean Delight

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Crock Pot Beans Recipe

Overview:

This Crock Pot Beans recipe is a beloved family favorite, perfect for busy weeknights when you need a hearty, filling meal without much fuss. It combines the savory flavors of bacon, ground round, and a medley of beans in a slow-cooked dish that’s both comforting and delicious.

• Rating: 5 stars (based on 7 reviews)
• Calories: 912.2 per serving
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 hours
• Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
• Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground round (ground beef)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed (about 15 oz)
• 1 can butter beans, drained and rinsed (about 15 oz)
• 1/4 lb bacon, chopped and fried until crispy
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp white sugar
• 1 tbsp liquid smoke
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• 2 tbsp ketchup

Instructions:

1. Cook Ground Round with Onions:

   • In a skillet, cook the ground round with chopped onions until the meat is browned. Drain off any excess grease.

2. Prepare Bacon:

   • Chop the bacon and fry it until it’s well done and crispy. Drain off the excess fat.

3. Combine Ingredients in Crock Pot:

   • In your crock pot (slow cooker), combine the cooked ground round with onions, fried bacon, drained kidney beans, drained butter beans, brown sugar, white sugar, liquid smoke, vinegar, and ketchup.

4. Cook:

   • Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours. This slow cooking allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, creating a rich and savory dish.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve these Crock Pot Beans hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
• They pair wonderfully with cornbread, rice, or simply enjoy them on their own for a satisfying meal.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 912.2
• Total Fat: 49.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 17.3g
• Cholesterol: 105mg
• Sodium: 1403.1mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 88.3g
  • Fiber: 6.3g
  • Sugar: 68.2g
• Protein: 28.8g

Recipe Notes:

• This recipe is tagged under Pork and is suitable for various occasions such as potlucks, weeknight dinners, and it’s kid-friendly.
• It’s also noted as being inexpensive and uses simple, pantry-friendly ingredients.

Enjoy making this hearty and flavorful Crock Pot Beans recipe for your family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners!