Baked beans and bacon, a match made in culinary heaven! This hearty and flavorful dish is a classic for a reason. Tender beans swimming in a rich, smoky tomato sauce, topped with crispy bacon bits. It's a meal that's perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to special holiday gatherings.
In this article, we'll share two irresistible recipes for baked beans with bacon. The first is a traditional baked beans recipe, slow-simmered to perfection with a hint of molasses and brown sugar. The second is a unique twist on the classic featuring baked bacon bits for an extra layer of smoky goodness.
Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your taste preferences. You can adjust the level of sweetness, smokiness, and heat to create a dish that's just right for you. So whether you're a baked beans purist or looking to try something new, we've got you covered.
BAKED BEANS WITH BACON
This recipe was one of my mother's and was always a hit. The chopped jalapeno pepper spices it up a bit. It's an easy-to-remember recipe because most of the ingredients are 1/2 cup.-Nadine Brissey, Jenks, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 6h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first six ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender. Just before serving, stir in bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 932mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
BACON LIMA BEANS
An unusual twist on traditional baked beans, this sweet and spicy version is easy to make and is a surefire crowd pleaser-in winter or summer! -Bette Banjack, Norristown, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 6h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine beans and remaining ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until beans are tender, 6-8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
BAKED BEANS WITH BACON
A couple slices of bacon add just the right amount of richness to this sweet-and-savory side dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield Serves 6 to 8; Makes 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- In a 2-quart Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium, flipping occasionally, until some of the fat is rendered and bacon is browned in places, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- In a large bowl, combine maple syrup, mustard, ketchup, brown sugar, chicken broth, Worcestershire, and garlic. Stir in beans. Season with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- Transfer beans to Dutch oven and top with bacon and thyme. Bake, covered, for 30 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until liquid has thickened and bacon is brown, about 40 minutes more. Let sit 5 minutes; mix well before serving.
BAKED BEANS WITH BAKED BACON
This combines Recipe #187790 and Recipe #29709, with tweaks (like doubling the bacon). Made for July 4th party. It tastes so good, with a big wallop of flavor, I don't feel guilty about starting with Bush's Homestyle Baked Beans.
Provided by KateL
Categories Pork
Time 1h25m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- BAKED BACON:.
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Line a half sheet with aluminum foil and put a cooling rack on top. Arrange slices in rows, with fat edges slightly overlapping lean edges.
- Bake 375 degrees without turning 20-25 minutes (depending on thickness) but remove from oven before it begins to crisp. If needed, cook more, 2 minutes at a time.
- Remove bacon to double layer of paper towel and blot excess grease.
- Lay bacon on cutting board and cut into bite-size pieces before completely cool. (I cut across the entire pile of bacon with one slice.).
- BAKED BEANS:.
- Set oven to 350°F.
- Mix the Baked Beans ingredients in a 3-quart casserole dish or half buffet tray. Add the cut-up cooked bacon and mix a little.
- Bake uncovered for 1 hour.
- Allow to cool 1 hour before serving.
BACON BAKED BEANS
I doctor up canned baked beans with apple and brown sugar to make them sticky and sweet. This is the easiest recipe to make.
Provided by Dana
Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas Baked Bean Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cook bacon in a large skillet or in the microwave until much of the grease has been released, but the bacon is still flexible. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
- In a 9 inch square baking dish, stir together the baked beans, onion, mustard, ketchup, brown sugar and apple. Top with slices of bacon.
- Bake uncovered for 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until the bacon is crisp and beans are bubbling hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.5 calories, Carbohydrate 51.5 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 893.1 mg, Sugar 34.2 g
BAKED BEANS WITH BACON
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Cook the pancetta and about two-thirds of the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer the bacon and pancetta to a bowl using a slotted spoon. Reserve the drippings in the skillet.
- Add the onion to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden, about 8 minutes. Add the ginger, garlic and chili powder and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and their juice, the molasses, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, mustard powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Increase the heat to medium high, bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Add the pinto beans, then add the navy beans and their liquid and return to a simmer. Stir in the pancetta-bacon mixture. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish.
- Pulse the buns with the remaining uncooked bacon in a food processor until finely ground. Sprinkle the crumbs evenly over the bean mixture. Cover and bake 45 minutes, then uncover and bake until the crumbs are golden brown, about 20 more minutes.
BOSTON BAKED BEANS WITH BACON
Since you are cooking the beans in the oven for about 4 hours, I strongly suggest to use only dried beans for this, as the canned with get way too soft. The beans have to soak overnight in water so plan a day ahead. This can also be make successfully in a crockpot for a longer cooking time. The ingredients really do not have to be exactly measured for this. This is well worth the time to make, this bean bake is very good!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories One Dish Meal
Time P1DT4h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Do this a day before: place the beans in a large bowl.
- Add enough cold water to cover the beans by 3 inches.
- Let stand at room temperature overnight.
- The next day drain the beans very well in a colander; set aside.
- Set oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large oven-proof Dutch oven cook the bacon pieces until crisp (about 7-8 minutes).
- Add in well-drained beans and all the remaining ingredients; mix well to combine and bring to a boil on top of the stove.
- Transfer the pot to the oven.
- Bake uncovered until beans are tender and the liquid thickens, stirring occasionally (about 3-1/2 - 4 hours).
- *NOTE* this can be made a day ahead (even better as the flavors blend!) cover and refrigerate, just bring the beans to a simmer before serving.
Tips:
- Use dried beans: Dried beans are more flavorful and budget-friendly than canned beans. Remember to soak them overnight before cooking.
- Cook the bacon until crispy: Crispy bacon adds a delicious smoky flavor to the dish. Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the bacon, or it will steam instead of crisp.
- Use a variety of beans: For a more complex flavor, use a combination of different types of beans, such as kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
- Add some vegetables: Vegetables like chopped onions, bell peppers, and carrots add color and nutrition to the dish.
- Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what brings all the flavors together. Use a combination of ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce for a classic baked beans flavor.
- Bake the beans low and slow: This allows the flavors to meld and the beans to become tender. Bake the beans for at least 2 hours, or until the beans are soft and the sauce has thickened.
Conclusion:
Baked beans with baked bacon is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for a potluck or family gathering. With its combination of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a simple but delicious meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.
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