Best Baked Beans Recipe
These Best Baked Beans are a flavorful and hearty side dish perfect for barbecues, family dinners, or potlucks. Slow-baked to perfection with smoky, sweet, and savory flavors, these beans will quickly become a household favorite.
Rich, caramelized baked beans infused with smoky bacon, tangy barbecue sauce, and a touch of brown sugar. Each spoonful is a perfect balance of sweet and savory that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or other comfort foods.
This recipe is easy to prepare and uses simple ingredients you likely already have. The slow-baking process enhances the flavors, making it worth the effort. Plus, it’s a crowd-pleaser that can be customized to your liking.
Tools You’ll Need
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Spatula or wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (15-ounce) cans navy beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Bacon:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the grease in the skillet.
3. Sauté the Onion and Garlic:
Add the diced onion to the skillet with the bacon grease and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Combine the Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed onion and garlic, navy beans, barbecue sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the beans evenly.
5. Assemble the Dish:
Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and top with the crispy bacon pieces.
6. Bake:
Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes or until the sauce is thickened and bubbling.
7. Serve:
Let the baked beans cool for a few minutes before serving. Pair with your favorite main dishes like ribs, burgers, or grilled chicken.
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Best Baked Beans Recipe
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- 9×13 inch baking dish
- Spatula or wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 15-ounce cans navy beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Bacon:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the grease in the skillet.
- Sauté the Onion and Garlic:
- Add the diced onion to the skillet with the bacon grease and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Combine the Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed onion and garlic, navy beans, barbecue sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the beans evenly.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and top with the crispy bacon pieces.
- Bake:
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes or until the sauce is thickened and bubbling.
- Serve:
- Let the baked beans cool for a few minutes before serving. Pair with your favorite main dishes like ribs, burgers, or grilled chicken.
Tips for Cooking
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- Use canned baked beans instead of plain navy beans for an extra rich flavor.
- If you prefer vegetarian baked beans, omit the bacon and sauté the onions in olive oil.
- Adjust sweetness and smokiness by increasing or decreasing the brown sugar and smoked paprika.
Why You Should Try This Recipe
These Best Baked Beans are the ultimate comfort side dish with bold, rich flavors that complement a variety of meals. They’re simple to make, highly customizable, and always a hit at gatherings.
Bring classic comfort food to your table with these Best Baked Beans. They’re easy, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. Try this recipe today and elevate your side dish game!
