Best 3 Bunkhouse Beans Recipes

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**Bunkhouse Beans: A hearty and filling cowboy classic**

If you're looking for a hearty and filling dish that's perfect for a cold winter night or a day on the trail, look no further than bunkhouse beans. This classic cowboy dish is made with simple ingredients like beans, bacon, and vegetables, and it's packed with flavor. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your beans mild or spicy, with or without meat, there's a bunkhouse bean recipe out there for you.

In this article, we'll provide you with three different recipes for bunkhouse beans, so you can find the one that best suits your taste. We'll also provide some tips for making the perfect pot of beans, and we'll discuss the history of this iconic dish. So what are you waiting for? Grab a bowl and spoon, and get ready to enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUNKHOUSE BEANS



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With sliced hot dogs and several types of beans in the mixture, this hearty dish could be a meal in itself. It was very popular at my son's cowboy theme party. We turned our kitchen peninsula into a "covered wagon" to serve the buffet.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup salsa
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup barbecue sauce
5 hot dogs, halved lengthwise and sliced
3 tablespoons dried minced onion
2 cans (16 ounces each) pork and beans, drained
1 can (16 ounces) chili beans, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) butter beans or lima beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Stir in the beans; pour into an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 668 calories, Fat 53g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 1385mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

BUNKHOUSE BEANS



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Who's ready for a cookout?! These beans are killer and the perfect pick for your next picnic. We used Kielbasa and wouldn't have changed a thing.

Provided by Shay Driver

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 6h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 c salsa
2/3 c bbq sauce
1 whole sweet onion, chopped
2 can(s) pork and beans (28 oz, each)
1 can(s) chili beans (15 oz.)
1 can(s) black beans, rinsed and drained
4 sausage links, kielbasa, bacon (cooked and drained), or other meat of choice
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped, optional (for those who like it spicy)
2/3 c brown sugar, optional (for those who like their baked beans on the sweeter side)

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker, stir to combine, set on low or slow cook option for 6-8 hours stirring occasionally (if you are able).
  • 2. When mixture has thickened and is hot and bubbly, it is ready to eat!
  • 3. This is great as a side for burgers, but hearty enough to be a main dish by itself. Enjoy!

(CROCKPOT) BUNKHOUSE BEANS RECIPE



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Provided by ukiahgal67

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 c salsa
2/3 c bbq sauce
1 whole sweet onion, chopped
2 can(s) pork and beans (28 oz, each)
1 can(s) chili beans (15 oz.)
1 can(s) black beans, rinsed and drained
4 sausage links, kielbasa, bacon (cooked and drained), or other meat of choice
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped, optional (for those who like it spicy)
2/3 c brown sugar, optional (for those who like their baked beans on the sweeter side)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a crokpot, stir to combine, set on low or slow cook option for 6-8 hours stirring occasionally (if you are able). When mixture has thickened and is hot and bubbly, it is ready to eat!

Tips:

- To save time, you can use canned beans instead of dried beans. - If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot or slow cooker. - Add a bay leaf or two to the pot for extra flavor. - Serve bunkhouse beans with cornbread, crackers, or a side salad. - For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Conclusion:

Bunkhouse beans are a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. They are also a great way to use up leftover beans. With a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give bunkhouse beans a try!

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