Description
These BBQ Baked Beans with Brown Sugar and Beef Bacon are a game-changer for any meal, combining rich BBQ flavor with the sweetness of brown sugar and the savory crispness of beef bacon. Perfect for cookouts, family dinners, or potlucks, they are sure to impress everyone!
Ingredients
- Canned Baked Beans (or other White Beans)
- Beef Bacon
- Brown Sugar
- Your Favorite BBQ Sauce
- Onion
- Garlic
- Prepared Mustard (Dijon or Yellow)
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Smoked Paprika
- Black Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef Bacon: Start by dicing your beef bacon into small pieces, about 1/2-inch. In a large oven-safe Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, cook the beef bacon over medium heat until it's wonderfully crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Once crispy, use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon bits to a plate lined with paper towels, reserving about 2 tablespoons of the rendered fat in the pot.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the finely chopped onion to the pot with the reserved beef bacon fat. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Combine the Ingredients: Drain and rinse your canned baked beans (if not using pre-made baked beans with sauce). Add the beans to the pot with the softened onions and garlic. Stir in the brown sugar, BBQ sauce, prepared mustard, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are combined.
- Bake (or Simmer) to Perfection: Gently fold in most of the crispy beef bacon bits, reserving a few for garnish. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer on the stovetop. Once simmering, cover the Dutch oven and transfer it to a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C). Bake for at least 1 hour, or up to 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Alternatively, you can simmer on the stovetop for the same duration.
- Rest and Serve: Once baked, remove the beans from the oven and let them rest for about 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with any reserved crispy beef bacon bits, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: These beans taste even better the next day as the flavors meld. Adjust the sweetness and tang to your preference, and feel free to experiment with different BBQ sauces.