Best 6 Slow Cooker Hearty Baked Beans Recipes

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**Slow Cooker Hearty Baked Beans: A Flavorful and Convenient Dish**

Slow cooker hearty baked beans are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. They are perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, as they require minimal effort to prepare and can be cooked in a slow cooker. This recipe collection features three variations of slow cooker baked beans: classic, vegetarian, and spicy. The classic baked beans recipe uses dried beans, bacon, brown sugar, and molasses to create a rich and smoky flavor. The vegetarian baked beans recipe substitutes tofu for bacon, making it a great option for those who prefer a meatless meal. The spicy baked beans recipe adds a kick of heat with the addition of chili powder and cayenne pepper. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. So gather your ingredients, turn on your slow cooker, and let these hearty baked beans simmer away all day long.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SLOW-COOKER BAKED BEANS



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Don't heat up the whole house for baked beans, slow cook them with this extra-easy version of everyone's favorite summer side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 5h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cans (28 ounces each) vegetarian baked beans, drained
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2/3 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground mustard

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 4 to 5 hours (or high heat setting 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes) or until desired consistency. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer's directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1170 mg

HEARTY BAKED BEANS



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Ground beef is added to homemade baked beans for a hearty, slow-cooked dish.

Provided by Jessica Walker

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
4 slices bacon, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)
1 can (28 oz) baked beans
1 can (15.5 oz) kidney beans, drained
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon yellow mustard

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, cook ground beef, bacon and onion until beef is browned; drain.
  • In slow cooker, mix beef mixture and all remaining ingredients.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 28 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER BAKED BEANS USING CANNED BEANS



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This tasty dish goes with all your favorite foods and takes just minutes to prepare.

Provided by wannabe chefette

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup hickory-flavored barbeque sauce
½ cup ketchup
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
3 (14.5 ounce) cans great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 large onion, diced
4 ounces cooked ham, diced

Steps:

  • Mix barbeque sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard together in a 4-quart slow cooker until smooth. Stir beans, green bell pepper, onion, and ham into barbeque sauce mixture.
  • Cook beans on Low for 8 to 12 hours until thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.2 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 355.2 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

SLOW COOKER BAKED BEANS



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These beans taste like Boston Baked Beans. Yummy!

Provided by creamcheese5

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 14h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound dry great Northern beans
8 cups water
4 ounces diced salt pork
1 cup chopped onion
½ cup molasses
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • The night before, combine the Great Northern Beans and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook for 1 1/2 hours. Pour beans and their liquid into a bowl, cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • In the morning, drain off liquid, reserving 1 cup. Pour beans and the reserved liquid into the crock of a slow cooker. Stir in the salt pork, onion, molasses, brown sugar, mustard and pepper. Cover, and cook on Low for 12 to 14 hours. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.4 calories, Carbohydrate 53.8 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 222.6 mg, Sugar 21.1 g

SLOW - COOKER "BAKED" BEANS



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Make and share this Slow - Cooker "baked" Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mrs. Hughes

Categories     Beans

Time 6h4m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup barbecue sauce
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
2 slices bacon, chopped

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a slow cooker and mix well.
  • Cover with lid.
  • Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours (or on high for 3 hours).
  • Makes 10 servings of 1/2 cup each.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.7, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 3.1, Sodium 245.1, Carbohydrate 42.4, Fiber 11.8, Sugar 7, Protein 12.4

HEARTY BEANS WITH BEEF



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My husband raved about this sweet bean dish after tasting it at a party, so I knew I had to get the recipe. It's perfect for get-togethers because you can mix it up a day early and toss it in the slow cooker a few hours before your guests arrive. -Jan Biehl, Leesburg, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (16 ounces) baked beans, undrained
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup ketchup
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon barbecue sauce
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the remaining ingredients. , Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 525mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Tips:

  • Soaking the beans overnight in cold water will help to reduce cooking time and make them more digestible.
  • To add a smoky flavor to the beans, you can add a smoked ham hock or a few pieces of smoked sausage to the slow cooker.
  • If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 1 minute and then letting them sit for 1 hour.
  • You can use any type of beans for this recipe, but pinto beans, navy beans, and great northern beans are all good choices.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, you can mash some of the beans with a fork or potato masher.
  • Serve the baked beans with cornbread, mashed potatoes, or your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker hearty baked beans are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a hearty and flavorful dish that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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