This Cheesy Beef and Bean Casserole is the kind of comforting, hearty dinner that disappears from the table in no time! It combines savory browned ground beef, flavorful baked beans, and plenty of melted sharp cheddar cheese for an easy family meal that requires very little preparation.<\/p>\n
The filling is rich, saucy, and satisfying, while the bubbling layer of golden cheese on top makes every serving irresistible. It is a perfect recipe for busy weeknights when you want something warm and filling without spending hours in the kitchen.<\/p>\n
Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Lightly grease a 9\u00d713-inch baking dish<\/strong> with cooking spray or a small amount of oil and set it aside.<\/p>\n Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef.<\/p>\n Cook for approximately 6\u20138 minutes<\/strong>, breaking the meat apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks.<\/p>\n Continue cooking until the beef is completely browned and no pink remains.<\/p>\n If there is a large amount of excess grease in the skillet, carefully drain it before continuing.<\/p>\n Season the cooked beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika if using.<\/p>\n Stir everything together and cook for another minute so the seasonings can coat the beef evenly.<\/p>\n Pour the seasoned baked beans directly into the skillet with the cooked ground beef.<\/p>\n Gently stir until the beef and beans are evenly combined.<\/p>\n Allow the mixture to warm together for about 2\u20133 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The baked beans already contain a flavorful sauce, so there is no need to make a separate sauce for this easy casserole.<\/p>\n Spoon the beef-and-bean mixture into the prepared 9\u00d713-inch baking dish.<\/p>\n Spread it evenly from corner to corner using the back of a spoon or spatula.<\/p>\n Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the entire surface.<\/p>\n Try to cover the edges as well because those golden, bubbling cheesy edges are one of the best parts of the casserole!<\/p>\n Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20\u201325 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The casserole is ready when the filling is hot and bubbling and the cheese has completely melted.<\/p>\n For a more golden and lightly browned cheese topping, you can leave it under the broiler for an additional 1\u20132 minutes<\/strong>, watching it carefully so the cheese does not burn.<\/p>\n Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes<\/strong> before serving.<\/p>\n This gives the filling a chance to settle and makes it easier to spoon onto plates.<\/p>\n This casserole is delicious served exactly as it is, but you can easily turn it into a complete family dinner.<\/p>\n Serve it with:<\/p>\n For a fun taco-style serving idea, top each portion with sour cream, green onions, jalape\u00f1os, and a few crushed tortilla chips.<\/p>\n Add diced jalape\u00f1os, green chiles, or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef mixture.<\/p>\n For extra flavor, saut\u00e9 a diced onion with the ground beef until softened.<\/p>\n If you’re a serious cheese lover, use a combination of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack for an extra creamy, melty topping.<\/p>\n A little smoked paprika or a small splash of barbecue sauce can give the casserole a delicious smoky-sweet flavor.<\/p>\n Allow leftover casserole to cool before transferring it to an airtight container.<\/p>\n Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3\u20134 days<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Reheat individual portions in the microwave until hot, or reheat larger portions in a covered baking dish in the oven.<\/p>\n Prep Time:<\/strong> 10 minutes This Cheesy Beef and Bean Casserole is proof that dinner doesn’t have to be complicated to be delicious. With tender seasoned ground beef, saucy baked beans, and a generous layer of bubbling cheddar cheese, it is hearty, comforting, budget-friendly, and incredibly easy to prepare.<\/p>\n Make it once and don’t be surprised if your family asks you to make it again!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" \u00a0Cheesy Beef and Bean Casserole This Cheesy Beef and Bean Casserole is the kind of comforting, hearty dinner that disappears…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":7432,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7431","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-recipe"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7431","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7431"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7431\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7433,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7431\/revisions\/7433"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7432"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7431"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7431"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7431"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Step 2: Brown the Beef<\/h3>\n
Step 3: Season the Beef<\/h3>\n
Step 4: Add the Beans<\/h3>\n
Step 5: Transfer to the Baking Dish<\/h3>\n
Step 6: Add the Cheese<\/h3>\n
Step 7: Bake<\/h3>\n
Step 8: Rest Before Serving<\/h3>\n
\u00a0Serving Suggestions<\/h2>\n
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\u00a0Easy Variations<\/h2>\n
Make It Spicy<\/h3>\n
Add Onion<\/h3>\n
Add More Cheese<\/h3>\n
Add a Smoky Flavor<\/h3>\n
\u00a0Storage<\/h2>\n
\u00a0Recipe Details<\/h2>\n
\nCook Time:<\/strong> 20\u201325 minutes
\nResting Time:<\/strong> 5 minutes
\nTotal Time:<\/strong> About 40 minutes
\nServings:<\/strong> 6
\nDifficulty:<\/strong> Easy
\nCuisine:<\/strong> American<\/p>\nFinal Note<\/h2>\n