Best 5 Best Of The West Bean Bake Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey through the American West with our collection of delectable bean bake recipes. Experience the hearty flavors of cowboy-style beans, a classic chuckwagon staple, brimming with tender beans, savory ground beef, and a medley of aromatic spices. For a taste of authentic Native American cuisine, try the three sisters bean bake, a harmonious blend of beans, corn, and squash, seasoned with traditional herbs and spices. Vegetarians will delight in the meatless chili bean bake, a flavorful symphony of beans, vegetables, and zesty spices, while bacon lovers will relish the smoky bacon and bean bake, a comforting casserole featuring crispy bacon, tender beans, and a creamy sauce. Each recipe promises a unique taste adventure, sure to satisfy your cravings for hearty and comforting bean dishes.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BEST-IN-THE-WEST BEANS TAKE BAKED BEANS TO ANOTHER LEVEL

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We have an amazing Western baked beans recipe for you. Best-in-the-west beans take classic baked beans to the next level, with not one, but three different kinds of beans.

Provided by Parade

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings, about 2/3 cup per serving

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

½ lb ground beef
5 slices bacon, chopped
½ cup onion, chopped
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup no-salt ketchup
¼ cup barbecue sauce
2 Tbsp mustard
2 Tbsp molasses
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp pepper
1 (16-oz) can kidney beans
1 (16-oz) can butter beans
1 (16-oz) can pork and beans

Steps:

Brown ground beef and bacon. Drain. Add onion and cook until tender. Add all other ingredients except beans and mix well. Drain kidney beans and butter beans. Add all beans to meat mixture. Pour into 3-quart casserole dish. Bake at 350°F for 1 hour.

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BEST IN THE WEST BAKED BEANS

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I think I clipped this recipe out of the newspaper years ago. It is always a huge hit at picnics, barbecues and get togethers. It's a nice change from the more traditional baked beans. I can't even begin to guess how many times I have handed out the recipe.

Provided by Bobbie

Categories Beans

Time 1h30m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 lb extra lean ground beef
1 lb bacon, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons yellow mustard
4 tablespoons molasses
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon pepper
2 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained
2 (16 ounce) cans pork and beans
2 (16 ounce) cans lima beans, drained

Steps:

Brown beef, bacon and onion in large skillet. Drain.
Combine all ingredients except beans, mix well.
Add beans and stir gently.
Bake one hour in a 325 to 350 oven (or until hot a bubbly).
This recipe can easily be cut in half since it makes a rather large batch. I only use half the bacon. If you would like, you could add some more beef if cutting back on the bacon.

OLD WEST BAKED BEANS

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This slow-baked molasses-and-mustard-flavored western favorite is a perfect party food because it can be made days ahead and just gets better with time. Enjoy it while watching Blazing Saddles,, which, according to creator Mel Brooks, is best seen on video. Claims Brooks, "I can't watch Blazing Saddles on television ... A lot of prudes got together and silly people got together and they cut out everything they thought would be offensive to a 4-year-old."

Provided by Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 16h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pound dried navy, pinto or pink beans
2 large onions, diced
12 ounces smoked pork or ham steak, chopped
3 cups chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup dark molasses
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar, plus more as needed
Salt and pepper

Steps:

Soak the beans overnight in water in a large bowl.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Saute the onions and pork over medium heat in a cast iron Dutch oven until the onions are tender, abut 10 minutes. Add the drained beans, pork, chicken stock, cayenne, molasses, ketchup, brown sugar, and salt and pepper to taste and bring to a boil.
Cover the casserole and transfer to the oven. Bake to 3 1/2 to 4 hours, until the beans are tender.
Serve topped with a sprinkle of brown sugar.

WESTERN-STYLE BAKED BEANS

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My husband does not like baked beans but can't get enough of these. They are loaded with a variety of meats and get a little bit of sweetness from molasses and brown sugar. If you don't have a slow cooker, you can bake them in the oven until heated through.

Provided by Michelle Bomgaars

Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas Baked Bean Recipes

Time 3h25m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
2 (28 ounce) cans baked beans with pork
1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
½ pound cooked ham, chopped
2 tablespoons minced onion
1 tablespoon chili powder
¼ cup ketchup
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon molasses
¼ cup water

Steps:

Crumble the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain off grease and transfer the beef to a 4 quart or larger slow cooker. Stir in the baked beans, bacon, ham, onion, chili powder, ketchup, brown sugar and molasses. If it seems thick, stir in the water. Cover and cook on High for 3 hours or cook for 6 to 8 hours on Low.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 31.7 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 617.1 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

BEST IN THE WEST BAKED BEANS

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Never really cared much for baked beans until I tried this at a work potluck. I chased down the gal that made it and got the recipe. My family loved it. Then I lost the recipe. Years later I met the same gal at a different job and got this recipe back. Now I have copies in several different cookbooks and have given it to many...

Provided by Sandy Lowe

Categories Other Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1/2 lb ground beef
10 slice bacon, chopped
1/2 c chopped onion
1/3 c brown sugar, packed
1/3 c white sugar
1/4 c ketchup
1/4 c barbecue sauce, youre favorite
2 Tbsp prepared mustard
2 Tbsp molasses
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp pepper
1 lb kidney beans (16oz can)
1 lb butter beans (16oz can)
1 lb pork and beans (16oz can) any brand

Steps:

1. Brown ground beef and bacon. Drain. Add onion and cook till tender. Add all other ingredients except the beans and mix well.
2. Drain kidney beans and butter beans. Add all beans to meat mixture. Pour into 3 quart casserole dish or into crock pot.
3. To prepare in oven, bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. To prepare in crock pot, cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce heat to low and cook for 4 hours. I always double this for family get to gathers or pot lucks
4. This recipe is great for Dutch Oven cooking. Triple recipe for a 12 inch Dutch Oven.

Tips:

Soak the beans overnight: This will help them cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
Use a variety of beans: This will give the bake a more complex flavor and texture.
Don't skimp on the spices: The spices are what give the bake its flavor, so be generous with them.
Use a slow cooker: This is the easiest way to cook the bake, and it allows the flavors to meld together over time.
Serve the bake with cornbread or tortillas: This is a classic combination that is always a hit.

Conclusion:

The Best of the West Bean Bake is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give this bake a try. You won't be disappointed!