Ingredients
Ground Beef 1 lb 8 oz
Plant-Based Bacon Substitute 1/2 cup
Precooked Kidney Beans (rinsed) 4 cups
Brown Sugar 1 cup
Beef Fat (rendered) as needed
Broth (vegetable or beef) 1 cup
Spices (cumin, paprika, salt, pepper) as needed
Instructions
Sauté onions, garlic, and plant-based bacon substitute in beef fat until translucent.
Brown ground beef in batches until cooked through; drain excess fat but reserve 1 tbsp fat.
Stir in brown sugar until fully dissolved.
Add broth, spices, and rinsed kidney beans; bring to a simmer.
Transfer mixture to a baking dish, cover, and bake at 325°F (165°C) for 2 hours.
Stir halfway through baking for even caramelization.
Optional: Add pre-cooked baked potatoes in the last 30 minutes of baking for richer texture.
Notes
Use a cast iron Dutch oven to help retain heat during baking.
Reserve 1 tbsp of beef fat to maintain flavor in the base.
Taste and adjust sweetness by adding sea salt post-baking.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 120
- Category: recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: No pork, no alcohol
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg