**Butter Beans: A Southern Delicacy Cooked to Perfection**
Butter beans, also known as lima beans, are a staple ingredient in Southern cuisine, prized for their creamy texture and mild, buttery flavor. These versatile legumes can be cooked in various ways, but one of the most popular methods is barbecuing. Barbecued butter beans are a smoky, savory dish that combines the best of grilling and Southern comfort food. In this article, we'll explore three distinct recipes for barbecued butter beans, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish.
The first recipe, "Classic Southern Barbecued Butter Beans," takes a traditional approach, using simple ingredients like bacon, onion, and barbecue sauce to create a smoky, flavorful dish. The second recipe, "Sweet and Spicy Barbecued Butter Beans," adds a touch of sweetness and heat with the addition of brown sugar and chili powder, resulting in a complex and tantalizing flavor profile. Finally, the third recipe, "BBQ Butter Beans with Corn and Tomatoes," incorporates fresh corn and tomatoes, creating a vibrant and colorful dish that's perfect for summer gatherings.
Whether you prefer a classic, sweet and spicy, or veggie-packed version, these barbecued butter bean recipes are sure to satisfy your taste buds. So fire up your grill and get ready to experience the smoky, savory goodness of this Southern delicacy.
CLASSIC BBQ BAKED BEANS
No cookout in the South is complete without baked beans. This is a simple recipe that combines sweet and smoky ingredients for a thick, rich, and perfect side dish.
Provided by Frank Thomas
Categories Bean Backyard BBQ Grill/Barbecue Summer Juneteenth Fourth of July Bacon Maple Syrup Vinegar
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat grill to high.
- Place a large Dutch oven or cast-iron pot over direct heat and cook bacon until fat has begun to render. Add onion and red pepper and cook until they begin to soften, about 3-5 minutes. Add the beans, including canning liquid, and bring to a simmer.
- Add brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, molasses, mustard, hot sauce, and Creole seasoning and stir to combine. Close the lid and cook the beans until the liquid has thickened, about 60 minutes. Cover the pot and move to the cooler side of the grill, then cook for another 20-30 minutes or until desired tenderness.
THE BEST BARBECUE BAKED BEANS
It's not a real barbecue until a dish of baked beans shows up! While there are many different versions and many different techniques, I'm here to tell you that these are the best. These are the tastiest, most satisfying, the easiest, and the meatiest. They not only make a great side dish, but if the budget's a little tight, these will absolutely work as a main course. Sprinkle the top with sliced green onion if you like.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Baked Beans
Time 11h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Add dry beans to a bowl, cover with water, and let soak for 8 hours, or overnight.
- Drain beans and transfer to a large pot filled with 3 quarts of cold, fresh water. Add bay leaf, pork shoulder, and onion. Bring to a simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir. Skim off foam if desired. Let simmer until beans are just tender, about 1 hour.
- While beans simmer, combine barbecue sauce, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, mustard, Worcestershire, smoked paprika, cayenne, black pepper, kosher salt, and garlic powder in a bowl with a whisk. Set aside until needed.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Transfer tender bean mixture to a deep, 15x10-inch baking dish using a spider strainer. Pour in barbecue sauce mixture and 2 ½ cups of the bean cooking liquid. Place bacon slices on top.
- Bake uncovered in the center of the preheated oven until the liquids have reduced into a thick sauce, 2 to 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 9.5 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 995.3 mg
BBQ BUTTER BEANS
Make and share this BBQ Butter Beans recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Beth Gambrell
Categories Beans
Time 1h35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix all except for bacon in bowl and put in greased dish. Sprinkle with bacon and bake,
- uncovered, at 350 for 1 ½ hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 4.1, Sodium 946.5, Carbohydrate 78, Fiber 8, Sugar 47.6, Protein 10.1
BBQ BUTTER BEANS
Make and share this BBQ Butter Beans recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Miss Erin C.
Categories Pork
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the beans, brown sugar, ketchup and onion.
- Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt baking dish.
- Sprinkle with bacon.
- Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 1-1/2 hours.
BBQ BAKED BEANS
BBQ baked beans are a summer staple. This shortcut version relies on ordinary canned baked beans, which we dress up with fresh peppers, onions, cider vinegar and barbecue sauce. The sweet and tangy side dish is perfect for a summer barbecue, picnic, potluck or weeknight dinner. The beans taste even better the next day, so they can be prepared ahead of time and reheated or served at room temperature.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Heat an oven-proof heavy-bottom pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring often, until the fat has started to render and the bacon is beginning to crisp, about 5 minutes. Add the onions and bell pepper and continue to cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the canned beans, barbecue sauce, molasses, vinegar, Worcestershire, brown sugar, mustard powder, cayenne, 1 teaspoon salt and several grinds of black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the pot to the oven and bake (uncovered) until the sauce thickens and the beans on top begin to brown, about 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.
SLOW-COOKER BARBECUED BEANS
These tangy beans travel well-transport in the same pot they're cooked in and they'll stay hot for serving.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 3h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, cook bacon and onion over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until bacon is crisp and onions are tender; drain.
- In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix bacon, onion and remaining ingredients, including reserved liquid. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 10 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 590 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g
QUICK BARBECUED BEANS
Baked beans are a simple, classic recipe, and cooking them on the grill adds great smoky flavor. -Millie Vickery, Lena, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In an ungreased 8-in. square disposable foil pan, combine all ingredients. , Grill, covered, over medium heat until heated through, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 877mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 13g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
PERFECT BBQ BAKED BEANS
I saw a similar recipe online a while back and have been amending it to make it my own. Everyone always loves these beans, and they are a sweet, filling, and yummy addition to a plate of potato salad and the smokey BBQ we all love!
Provided by aleasa
Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas Baked Bean Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and mesquite seasoning until the meat is no longer pink, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks, about 10 minutes. Drain excess grease, and transfer the meat mixture to a large baking dish. Stir in the baked beans, molasses, brown sugar, barbeque sauce, dry mustard powder, and cayenne pepper, and mix until any small lumps of brown sugar have dissolved.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the beans are bubbling and the flavors have blended, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Cholesterol 27.5 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1330.7 mg, Sugar 32.8 g
Tips:
- Choose mature, dry beans for the best flavor and texture.
- Soak the beans overnight before cooking them to reduce the cooking time.
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to cook the beans in so that they have plenty of room to move around.
- Add aromatics like garlic, onion, and celery to the pot with the beans to add flavor.
- Season the beans with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
- Cook the beans until they are tender but still hold their shape.
- Drain the beans and then toss them with the barbecue sauce.
- Serve the beans hot or cold, as a side dish or main course.
Conclusion:
Barbecued butter beans are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are perfect for a summer cookout or potluck, and they can also be served as a side dish or main course. The beans are packed with protein and fiber, and they are also a good source of vitamins and minerals. Whether you are looking for a new way to cook beans or you are just looking for a delicious and easy recipe, barbecued butter beans are sure to become a favorite.
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