Easy Bacon Baked Beans
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
6 side dish servings
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Calories
162 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
Easy Bacon Baked Beans
Description
Easy Bacon Baked Beans bring together a standard can of baked beans with cooked, diced thick bacon, minced garlic, and diced red onion. The addition of ketchup, BBQ sauce, yellow mustard, maple syrup, and brown sugar creates a sweet and tangy sauce that complements the smoky bacon well. Baking the mixture at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for an hour allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken until bubbly and luscious. The beans develop a hearty texture with bits of tender bacon dispersed throughout.
The baked beans make a versatile side dish that pairs well with grilled meats, barbecues, or sandwiches. Its richness and balance of sweet and savory notes make it suitable for casual gatherings or family dinners. The baking process rehydrates the beans fully and deepens the sauce's flavor.
As noted, if you lack a casserole dish, this recipe can be prepared directly in a 10 or 12 inch oven-safe skillet, which may make for easier serving and less cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1 baked beans 28 (ounce) can
- 6 Bacon cooked and diced, thick slices
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup red onion diced
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- Preaheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl add all ingredients and mix until combined.
- Add beans to an 8x8 or 9x9 oven safe dish and bake for 1 hour or until thick and bubbly.
Notes
- The beans can be baked in either an 8x8 or 9x9 oven-safe dish for best results.
- If no casserole dish is available, use a 10 or 12 inch oven-safe skillet for baking and serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6side dish servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 162 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 162kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 506mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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