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Hearty Pinto Bean and Bacon Casserole
Dive into this comforting Hearty Pinto Bean and Bacon Casserole, a dish that offers a warm embrace with every bite. The combination of tender pinto beans, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese creates a delightful medley of flavors and textures. Enhanced with a rich tomato sauce and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, this casserole is not just a meal—it's a celebration of Southern culinary traditions where beans and bacon have long been cherished staples. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, serve it alongside cornbread for a truly satisfying feast.
Ingredients
- Pinto beans
- 4 cups, cooked and drained
- Bacon
- 8 slices, chopped
- Onion
- 1 medium, diced
- Garlic
- 3 cloves, minced
- Tomato sauce
- 1 cup
- Brown sugar
- 1/4 cup
- Mustard
- 1 tablespoon
- Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon
- Salt
- 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups, shredded
- Green onions
- 1/4 cup, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon from the skillet, leaving the rendered bacon grease behind.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic to the bacon grease. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked pinto beans, tomato sauce, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine and heat through for about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the bean mixture to a greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the crispy bacon and shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the bean mixture.
- Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Tips
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the bean mixture.
- You can substitute the pinto beans for black beans or kidney beans for a different flavor profile.
- Serve with a side of cornbread and a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 Dish Type: Main Dish Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Calories: 450 Fat: 24g Carbs: 36g Protein: 22g Sodium: 800mg Sugar: 5g
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