This Amish Beef and Bean Casserole is a humble, one-dish wonder—tender ground beef, creamy beans, and savory tomatoes baked under a golden crumb topping. Rooted in Pennsylvania Dutch practicality, it uses pantry staples to create a deeply satisfying meal that feeds a crowd with minimal fuss.
No fancy ingredients, no last-minute steps—just honest, old-fashioned comfort straight from the oven.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Only 6 ingredients—pantry staples!
15 minutes prep, 40–45 minutes bake
One baking dish = easy cleanup
Costs under $8—feeds 8 generously
Naturally nut-free & easily gluten-free

Ingredients You’ll Need

• (9×13-inch baking dish; serves 8)
• 1½ lbs (680g) ground beef
• 2 (15 oz) cans baked beans (original or vegetarian)
• 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz or saltines)
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• Optional: 1 tsp mustard, ½ tsp garlic powder, or a dash of brown sugar

 Pro Tips:

• Use lean ground beef (90/10)—less grease to drain.
• Don’t rinse baked beans—their sauce adds richness.
• Crush crackers by hand—uneven crumbs = better texture.

Step-by-Step Instructions (Savory, Hearty, Foolproof)

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