Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 oz smoked turkey, finely diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 28 oz cans baked beans
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and 4 oz diced smoked turkey, cooking until the beef is browned and the turkey has released its smoky oils.
  3. Stir in 1 medium diced yellow onion and cook until translucent, then add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for the final 60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in 2 28 oz cans baked beans, 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp yellow mustard, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika.
  5. Mix thoroughly until the beef is evenly distributed and the sauce is glossy and deep amber.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Bake for 30–45 minutes until the edges are bubbling and the top has developed a slightly thickened crust; ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).