Leftover Pork and Bean Casserole

Transform your leftovers into a hearty, flavor-packed delight with this comforting Leftover Pork and Bean Casserole. Perfectly suited for busy weeknights, this recipe combines tender shredded pork, smoky baked beans, and a tangy blend of barbecue sauce, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce to create a rich and satisfying base. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and optional golden breadcrumbs, this casserole offers the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy, and crunchy textures. Ready in just 45 minutes and ideal for feeding a family of four, it’s a budget-friendly way to reduce food waste while savoring a crowd-pleasing dish. Whether you're looking for a cozy dinner idea or a creative way to repurpose leftovers, this casserole is sure to hit the spot.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked pork (shredded or chopped)
• 2 cups Canned baked beans
• 1 cup Diced onion
• 0.5 cup Barbecue sauce
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil or butter (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish with olive oil or butter.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the cooked pork, baked beans, diced onion, barbecue sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out in an even layer.

Step 5

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 6

If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the cheese for an extra crunchy topping.

Step 7

Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the breadcrumbs (if used) are golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your comforting Leftover Pork and Bean Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1466.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2619.8

Total Fat 111.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 537.7mg	0%
Sodium 5235.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 110.4g
Protein 181.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1223.1mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 3702.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.8%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 34.9%