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Barbecue Beef, Bean, and Bacon Casserole
INGREDIENTS
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This hearty ground beef, bacon, and bean casserole bubbles away in a delicious barbecue sauce while you spend your day enjoying the fall weather. It can be prepared in the oven or slow-cooker!
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Yes, the recipe makes quite a bit, but it freezes and reheats beautifully, so dive right in and enjoy!
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Ingredients
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For the Sauce (Optional: Can replace homemade sauce with 3 cups of Kraft Barbecue Sauce):
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1 cup brown sugar
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1 cup ketchup
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2 tablespoons cider or white wine vinegar
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2 teaspoons dried mustard powder
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¼ teaspoon liquid smoke (tasty but optional.)
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2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced or pressed
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Freshly ground black pepper to taste
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For the Casserole:
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1 batch barbecue sauce (Homemade or Kraft Barbecue Sauce)
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2 pounds of sliced bacon
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2 pounds lean ground beef, venison, or elk
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1 small onion, peeled and finely chopped (or 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder)
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6 cups (or 3 cans drained) Butter beans
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6 cups (or 3 cans with liquid) kidney beans
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4 cups (or 2 cans with liquid) pork and beans
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