RANCH STYLE BEANS 
1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
1 pkg. onion soup mix
2 (1 lb.) cans pork & beans
1 (1 lb.) can kidney beans, drained
1 c. ketchup
1/2 c. water
1/4 c. brown sugar
2 tbsp. prepared mustard
2 tsp. vinegar
2 or 3 cloves garlic
1/2 c. grated Romano cheese
1/2 lemon, squeezed
1/4 c. olive oil
1 anchovy (opt.)
1 egg yolk
1/4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
Croutons

Mince garlic in bottom of bowl. Mash in 1 anchovy. Add yolk and mix with cheese to make paste. May need to add a little oil to make paste. Add pepper if desired, then Worcestershire sauce and 1/4 cup oil. Brown beef. Stir in remaining ingredients. Pour into 2 1/2 quart casserole. Bake, uncovered in 400 degree oven for 30 to 40 minutes. Serve immediately after tossing; add croutons.

 

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