Description
This Sloppy Joe Cowboy Beans recipe combines seasoned ground beef, smoky bacon, and savory pork & beans in a rich tomato sauce, simmered to perfection for a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for family meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 Tbsp minced onion flakes
- 1 (1.31-oz) packet sloppy joe seasoning
Sauce and Sweeteners
- 1 (15-oz) can tomato sauce
- ½ tsp white vinegar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Additional Ingredients
- ½ cup chopped cooked bacon (about ½ a pound cooked)
- 3 (15-oz) cans pork & beans in tomato sauce, undrained
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until it is no longer pink. Once cooked, drain the excess fat to keep the dish from being too greasy.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the minced onion flakes, sloppy joe seasoning, tomato sauce, white vinegar, brown sugar, chopped cooked bacon, and three cans of undrained pork & beans to the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir everything together well to combine thoroughly.
- Simmer the Beans: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Notes
- Cooking bacon ahead of time adds a smoky flavor but you can substitute with bacon bits for convenience.
- Adjust the brown sugar amount according to your preferred level of sweetness.
- Use a large enough skillet to prevent spilling when simmering.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for larger gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
