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The outstanding barbecue taste of these beans makes them a favorite for cookouts all summer and into the fall. It's a popular dish with everyone—even kids. Having meat in with the beans is so much better than plain pork and beans. —Donna Fancher, Lawrence, Indiana
Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 278 calories, 6 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 15 mg cholesterol, 933 mg sodium, 47 g carbohydrate, 7 g fiber, 12 g protein.
Originally published as Fourth of July Bean Casserole in Taste of Home June/July 1994, p39
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Reviewed on May. 30, 2012 by kshea
Used this for years. Everyone wants the recipe, however, I change it a little. I put in no lima beans, instead I add black or small red beans, I also substitue 1T dry mustard for the prepared mustard. It gives it a little more zip!
Reviewed on Jul. 06, 2011 by mamamowe15
Out of everything I made on 4th of July this was the biggest hit. Didn't change a thing and it was yummy!
Reviewed on Feb. 06, 2011 by Rosetta Gingerich
A family favorite! Also does well in a slow cooker.
Reviewed on Sep. 05, 2010 by kzenz
we have big family picnics and this is always on the menu. Everyone loves it.
Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2010 by cookieface
Best ever baked beans. This dish is requested for almost every function I attend. I also omit white sugar and increase brown sugar.
Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2010 by marciaoakley
I made this for our family reunion. Everyone loved it! A nice change from regular baked beans.
Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2010 by VictoriaElaine
Oh so good! I eliminated the white sugar and substituted chili beans for the lima beans since I didn't have lima beans on had. This dish is absolutely delish! Tip: Don't worry if the bacon doesn't fully cook in the frying pan with the ground beef and onion, it will finish cooking in the oven.
Reviewed on May. 16, 2010 by rharkless
I've never been a big fan of baked beans, but this recipe has changed that! I served this for a picnic and everybody loved it. I, too, eliminated the white sugar and used a little extra molasses. I also substituted black beans for the lima beans and added a little chicken broth because it looked too dry. Turned out great!
Reviewed on Apr. 03, 2010 by rornburn
This has become an absolute family favorite. It is a must for all family get-togethers. I essemble this ahead of time, and refrigerate in large zip lock bags. Then pour into baking dish and bake when I arrive at a function. I have also cooked this in the slow cooker with great results
Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2010 by ctskrs
This goes over great at the family picnics.
Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2009 by queenjoanie
I too omit the white sugar...and I add 8 ounces of velveeta! They are delish!
Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2009 by skwillis@hotmail.com
This recipe is almost identical to 'Old Settler's Beans'. Both are outstanding and so easy, great family food.
Reviewed on May. 19, 2009 by justjanie
My favorite baked bean recipe. I omit the white sugar and use a little extra molasses. Always a hit and simple to prepare. I always make it in a crock pot just for convenience, if it is a little juicy I just remove the lid & turn it up to a gentle boil and this will thicken it up nicely.
Reviewed on Jun. 12, 2008 by LKAM
I've seen several recipes with these same basic ingredients, but this is my favorite. The barbecue sauce adds special flavor.
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