Indulge in a hearty and flavorful culinary experience with this collection of beefed-up baked beans and bacon recipes. These delectable dishes combine the classic comfort of baked beans with the smoky, savory goodness of bacon and beef, offering a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From traditional oven-baked creations to slow-cooker delights and even a one-pot wonder, this diverse selection caters to various cooking preferences and time constraints. Get ready to elevate your baked bean game and create dishes that will become instant family favorites.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
BAKED BEANS WITH BACON
Full flavored and super easy, these Baked Beans with Bacon are so delicious that you'll want to serve them with every meal all year long! They only take a few ingredients, but are always a hit.
Provided by Deborah Harroun
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- Dice the bacon, then add to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until crisp. Remove from the pan using a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels.
- Add the onions to the pan with the bacon drippings and saute until translucent and soft.
- In a large bowl, combine the beans, molasses, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Stir in the cooked onions and the bacon.
- Pour the beans into a 3-quart baking dish. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes, or until heated through and bubbling.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/10 of recipe, Calories 456 calories, Sugar 20 g, Sodium 1482 mg, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 52 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 24 g, Cholesterol 50 mg
BEEFED UP BAKED BEANS
Beefed-up baked beans. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and complete the meal with a side salad and cornbread.
Provided by The SouthernPlate Staff
Categories Main Course
Time 4h30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Spray 9x13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Stir together all ingredients except for the bacon. Spoon into baking dish. Top with strips of bacon. Place in 350 degree oven for 45-60 minutes.
- This is a very forgiving recipe so feel free to use what you have on hand and modify it to suit your family's tastes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
TEXAS-STYLE BAKED BEANS
Make this barbecue staple from scratch.
Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving 2 tablespoons of the drippings in skillet; reserve remaining drippings for another use. Increase heat to medium-high. Add onion, bell pepper, jalapeños, and garlic; cook, stirring often, until tender, about 6 minutes.
- Add beer, and bring to a simmer over medium-high. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly reduced, about 3 minutes. Stir in beans, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, and salt. Bring mixture to a simmer over medium-high. Remove from heat, and transfer mixture to a 2-quart baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in preheated oven 20 minutes. Remove foil, and continue to bake until bubbling around edges and hot, 15 to 20 minutes more. Top with cooked bacon crumbles.
BEEFED-UP BAKED BEANS AND BACON
Beefed-up baked beans. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and complete the meal with a side salad and cornbread.
Provided by Angela
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 4h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crispy, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, leaving bacon grease in the skillet. Crumble bacon when cool enough to handle.
- Cook onion in the bacon grease over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer onion mixture (including bacon grease) to a slow cooker.
- Cook and stir ground beef in the same skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add pork and beans, kidney beans, butter beans, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke to the slow cooker.
- Cook on Low for 4 hours. Serve with crumbled bacon on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.4 calories, Carbohydrate 60.8 g, Cholesterol 49.7 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 11.1 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1339.6 mg, Sugar 22.7 g
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.
BEEFED UP BAKED BEANS
These are a hardy side dish to any cookout. If you like your beans saucy just double the sauce ingredients.
Provided by startnover
Categories Beans
Time 1h5m
Yield 10-15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Brown beef, bacon, onion, and garlic. Drain.
- Mix in all other ingredients. Heat in crock pot till ready to serve (can be in crock pot on low heat for several hours).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.8, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 30.8, Sodium 773.1, Carbohydrate 41.9, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 19.5, Protein 17.2
Tips:
- To save time, use canned baked beans instead of dried beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
- For a smokier flavor, use smoked bacon instead of regular bacon.
- Add a tablespoon of brown sugar to the beans for a slightly sweet flavor.
- If you like spicy food, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeño pepper to the beans.
- Serve the beans with cornbread, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
Beefed-up baked beans and bacon are a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a potluck or a casual weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious dish that will please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!
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