Brown Sugar and Bacon Baked Beans
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
435 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
Brown Sugar and Bacon Baked Beans
Description
The Brown Sugar and Bacon Baked Beans recipe uses canned pork and beans as a base, enhanced with sautéed onion and green bell pepper. Diced bacon adds a smoky depth, while brown sugar and molasses contribute sweetness balanced by cider vinegar's acidity and mustard powder's mild spice. The mixture is simmered briefly, then baked slowly at 325°F to meld flavors and thicken the sauce.
The final dish has tender beans enveloped in a glossy, sweet-savory sauce with a hint of tang and spice. The bacon is cooked beforehand until halfway done, then stirred in and baked atop the beans to retain some crispness, adding texture contrast.
This side pairs well with grilled meats or as part of a casual meal. Jalapeño slices can be added for heat. The recipe's proportions can be adjusted for larger groups, making it adaptable for gatherings.
Beans are allowed to rest after baking to thicken slightly. Baking time can be extended for a firmer consistency. The recipe recommends draining excess bacon grease for optimal flavor balance.
Ingredients
- 10 lices Bacon diced
- 1 yellow onion finely diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper finely diced
- 54 oz pork and beans or 4 (15.5oz each) cans, canned
- 4 Tbsp ketchup
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 2 tsp mustard powder dry
Instructions
- Cook bacon about half way through (in whichever way you want), and set aside to drain on a paper towel. Once cooled, roughly chop into semi-bite sized pieces.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees and set rack to the lower-middle rack position.
- In a deep skillet, heat about 2 Tbsp of bacon grease (or butter) over MED heat. Add diced onion and green pepper and saute about 5 minutes, until softened.
- Add remaining ingredients and stir to combine well. Let mixture simmer for a minute or so.
- While the mixture is simmering, grease a 13x9 baking dish, or other 3 quart dish or pot.
- Pour beans into the prepared baking dish and lay cooked bacon on top of the beans.
- Bake for 2-3 hours, depending on your desired consistency.
- Let the beans stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Bake beans for 2 to 3 hours to achieve desired thickness, then let stand 5 minutes before serving.
- Add sliced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Use the serving slider to adjust ingredient amounts for larger groups if cooking digitally.
- Drain bacon on paper towels to reduce grease before mixing into beans.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 435 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 435kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 68g | 23% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 1061mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 889mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 80IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 11.1mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 144mg | 14% |
| Iron | 4.1mg | 23% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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