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Hearty Beans and Sausage Skillet


  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

A robust and comforting skillet dish featuring savory smoked sausage and tender baked beans, perfectly seasoned for a satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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1 tbsp vegetable oil
4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
1 lb (450 g) beef or pork sausage, sliced into ½″ pieces
½ cup chicken ham, diced (optional)
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
28 oz (800 g) canned baked beans
1 cup ketchup
2 tbsp brown sugar, packed
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp chili powder (optional)
Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste


Instructions

Step 1: Heat vegetable oil in a large oven-proof skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped turkey bacon; cook until edges crisp, about 3 minutes. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving rendered fat in the pan.
Step 2: Add sliced sausage to the skillet; brown all sides, stirring occasionally for 4–5 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside with the bacon.
Step 3: If using, stir in diced chicken ham into the skillet, then add the finely chopped yellow onion. Sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes.
Step 4: Add minced garlic; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 5: Stir in tomato paste, cooking constantly for 1 minute to caramelize and deepen the flavor.
Step 6: Return the cooked bacon and sausage to the skillet. Pour in the baked beans and ketchup.
Step 7: Sprinkle in brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and optional chili powder. Gently stir to distribute spices evenly.
Step 8: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Ensure all ingredients are well combined.
Step 9: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the skillet (or cover Dutch oven) to the preheated oven; bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the surface is bubbly and the edges are slightly thickened.
Step 10: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to set. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or scallions if desired.

Notes

For a crispier top, broil for 1-2 minutes after baking. Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice. This dish reheats wonderfully!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking, Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg