Beefy Baked Beans

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NUTRITION per serving: 451 Calories; 3g Fat; 19g Protein; 55g Carbohydrate; 12g Dietary Fiber; 21mg Cholesterol; 1115mg Sodium. Exchanges: 3 Grain (Starch); 1/2 Lean Meat; 1/2 Vegetable; 1 Other Carbohydrates. Points: 8

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound 95% lean ground beef
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 2 (16-oz.) can baked beans, drained
  • 1 (16-oz.) can black beans, drained
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup barbecue sauce

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet, brown ground beef, stirring to break up meat. Drain well and place in a slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients; stir to combine. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 9 hours. If sauce needs thickening, remove lid and cook on HIGH for 20 to 30 minutes.

SERVING SUGGESTION: Serve a big salad on the side. Add some whole grain rolls and butter.
VEGETARIAN: Use TVP crumbles instead of ground beef.
KOSHER: No changes necessary.
GLUTEN FREE: Make sure canned beans and barbecue sauce are gluten free.