Beef and Baked Beans

Not sure where I got this recipe from, but am always asked to bring them during the summer months. A real easy recipe but very, very yummy!

• Ready In: 2 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 8-12

Ingredients

• 2 (28 ounce) cans  baked beans
• 1  lb ground beef, browned and drained
• 1 (2 ounce) envelope  onion soup mix
• 4  garlic cloves, minced
• 3⁄4 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1  teaspoon butter
• 1⁄4 cup barbecue sauce (any of your favorite)
• 1  cup catsup
• 1  teaspoon vinegar
• 1  tablespoon  liquid prepared mustard
• 2  tablespoons liquid smoke
• 1⁄2 cup water, only if needed

Directions

1. Mix all of the above ingredients together and place in a large glass bowl. Marinate for 24 hours in refrigerator to let flavors meld.
2. Place beans in baking dish and cover. Place in a cold oven and bake for 1 1/2 hours at 350 degrees.