Best 7 Easy Baked Beans For A Crowd Recipes

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Baked beans are a versatile and hearty dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover beans and vegetables. This article features three delicious baked bean recipes that are perfect for a crowd. The first recipe is a classic baked bean dish made with bacon, brown sugar, and molasses. The second recipe is a vegetarian baked bean dish made with black beans, corn, and bell peppers. The third recipe is a spicy baked bean dish made with chipotle peppers and adobo sauce. All three recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So whether you are looking for a classic baked bean dish or something a little more unique, you are sure to find a recipe in this article that you will love.

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

EASY BAKED BEANS FOR A CROWD



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Whenever I need a large pot of baked beans for a church pot luck or family dinner, this recipe fits the bill. They're so easy to do and you can make them a day ahead, they're even better the next day!

Provided by Elaine Bovender

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 4h15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can(s) bush's original baked beans, 117 ounce size, drained
1 pkg bacon, 12 to 16 ounce size
1 large onion, peeled and minced
1/3 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 c ketchup
2 Tbsp mustard
2 Tbsp molasses

Steps:

  • 1. Drain beans well and place in crock pot. Add minced onion and set aside.
  • 2. Cut bacon into pieces and fry until crisp. Remove from grease and drain on paper towel. Add to beans. Add remaining ingredients and gently stir to mix well.
  • 3. Turn crock pot on low and simmer for 3 to 4 hours until desired consistency.

EASY BAKED BEANS



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My family enjoys this easy baked beans recipe with cornbread, but it also rounds out any cookout. Canned pork and beans make meal prep quick. -Phyllis Schmalz, Kansas City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cans (28 ounces each) pork and beans
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup cola
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons ground mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 793mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

BAKED BEANS FOR THE CROWD BY FREDA



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This is our family's favorite, its a Semi Home made dish but goes over So well, Its requested Often, with Never any leftovers. We enjoyed these with our BBQ Steaks and Burgers for our Mothers day family gathering. Feel free to "Double" this recipe to serve a larger Crowd.

Provided by FREDA GABLE

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

FAMILY BAKED BEANS GREAT FOR GATHERINGS & POTLUCKS
2or 3 large family cans bushes country style baked beans (only use thick & rich country style)
1 large onion sliced and chopped
1/2 lb bacon, sliced, browned, & drained
1/4 Cup molassas
1/2 Cup brown sugar
1 tsp dry colemans mustard ( optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Open cans, pour into Crock Pot or Large Sauce Pan. Slice and Chop onions, Cut bacon into small pieces to fry. fry onion with Bacon together drain on paper towels (add no grease to these beans) add to Beans
  • 2. Add all the remaining Ingredients. Stir well. Cook covered on high in crock pot about 2 hrs. til onions are cooked. Note: If Using "sauce pan", Simmer about 2 Hrs, on med-Low. Being careful to watch your pan and stir Often.
  • 3. Serve Hot right from the Crock Pot. Guarranteed Yummmiest Baked Beans. Recipe can easily be Doubled., for a larger batch. TIP: I DO NOT USE ANY OTHER BUSHES BAKED BEANS, as they are tooo Runny and it will not turn out the same!

EASY BAKED BEANS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound bacon
1 large sweet onion, such as Vidalia, finely chopped
Four 14-ounce cans pork and beans
1/2 cup dark molasses
1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Fry the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pan, leaving the drippings, and drain it on paper towels. Crumble and set aside.
  • Add the onion to the pan with the bacon drippings and saute until softened, a couple minutes. Stir in the beans, molasses, brown sugar, mustard and crumbled bacon, and mix well.
  • Pour the beans into a 3-quart casserole and bake, uncovered, for about 45 minutes.

PAN-BAKED BEANS FOR A CROWD



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Great beans for a crowd--from scratch! (This recipe makes 12 servings. See notes to serve 25 or 50.) From Better Homes & Gardens.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Beans

Time 3h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb dried navy beans
1 lb sliced bacon, cut up
2 large onions, chopped (2 cups)
1 cup catsup
1 cup molasses
3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
2 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain the beans. In a 4-to-6-quart Dutch oven combine beans and 8 cups water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer fro 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand for 1 hour. (Or place beans and water in Dutch oven. Cover and let soak in a cool place for 6 to 8 hours or overnight.) Drain and rinse beans.
  • In the Dutch oven cook bacon and onions until bacon is crisp. Drain off fat. Add the beans and 6 cups fresh water to Dutch oven. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the catsup, molasses, mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered for 30 to 45 minutes more or until desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Makes 10 (2/3 cup) to 12 servings.
  • NOTE: 25 servings: Prepare as above, doubling amounts of all ingredients. Soak beans in 12 cups water in an 8-to-10-quart pot. Cook half the onions and bacon at a time. Cook the beans as above, except stir in 10 cups of water in Step 2. Cook, uncovered, in Step 3 for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, stirring frequently.
  • NOTE: 50 servings: Prepare the 25-serving recipe twice (do not double the recipe). Prepare two smaller batches, as there's less danger of burning beans at the bottom of the pot.
  • Tip: To reheat, cook over medium low heat, stirring occasionally, until bubbling, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.9, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 25.7, Sodium 691.7, Carbohydrate 52.1, Fiber 9.8, Sugar 22.8, Protein 13.6

POTLUCK BAKED BEANS



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This recipe has remained a long-time favorite for picnics and family get-togethers. For those not watching their fat intake, add cheddar and Parmesan cheese. -Virginia Sander, North Hollywood, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 bacon strips, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) baked beans
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute bacon and onion over medium heat until bacon is crisp; drain. In a large bowl, combine the beans, brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and bacon mixture. , Pour into a shallow 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 528mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

SIMPLE BAKED BEANS



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This baked bean recipe uses canned beans instead of the dry type so it is quick and easy to prepare.

Provided by Brandi

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (16 ounce) cans baked beans with pork
¼ cup molasses
¼ cup chopped onions
4 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 slices bacon, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix baked beans with pork, molasses, onions, brown sugar and ketchup together and put in a greased casserole dish. Top with bacon, cover and bake for 3 hours or until thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 401.5 mg, Sugar 18.4 g

Tips:

  • Soaking the beans overnight helps to reduce the cooking time and makes them more digestible.
  • If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 2-3 minutes, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
  • Adding a ham hock or smoked sausage to the beans gives them a delicious smoky flavor.
  • Using a variety of beans, such as kidney beans, pinto beans, and black beans, adds color and texture to the dish.
  • Adding vegetables, such as onions, celery, and carrots, to the beans adds flavor and nutrition.
  • Using a slow cooker is a great way to make baked beans. Simply add all of the ingredients to the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
  • Baked beans can also be made in the oven. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the beans for 1-2 hours, or until they are tender.
  • Baked beans are a great dish to serve at a potluck or party. They can be served as a side dish or as a main course.

Conclusion:

Baked beans are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins, and they can be made with a variety of ingredients to suit your taste. Whether you like them sweet, savory, or smoky, there is a baked beans recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give baked beans a try.

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