Hamburger Salad

Recipe View 10 mins Crisp the Bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, fry the bacon until perfectly crisp, flipping as needed. (Approximately 8-10 minutes). Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the skillet. Let cool slightly, then crumble.

Recipe View 14 mins Brown the Beef: Crumble the ground beef into the skillet with the reserved bacon fat. Cook over medium heat, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until evenly browned. (Approximately 6-8 minutes). Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent. (Approximately 3-5 minutes).

Recipe View 0 mins Combine and Simmer: Transfer the browned ground beef and softened onions to a slow cooker. Stir in the crumbled bacon, baked beans, and drained pinto beans.

Recipe View 5 mins Create the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the ketchup, white vinegar, brown sugar, white sugar, and mustard powder until well combined. Pour the sauce over the bean mixture in the slow cooker.

Recipe View 6 hrs Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 5-6 hours, or on High for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking. The salad is ready when the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together beautifully.

Recipe View 0 mins Serve: Serve warm, either as a main dish or a side dish. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream, if desired.