Indulge in a delightful exploration of flavors with our collection of summer's best BBQ beans recipes, a true testament to the culinary magic that can be conjured up on a backyard grill. These delectable dishes are not just your ordinary side dishes; they are hearty, smoky, and bursting with vibrant flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and become the stars of your next barbecue gathering. From the classic and comforting Southern-style baked beans, enriched with savory bacon and a touch of sweetness, to the tangy and slightly spicy cowboy beans, packed with a medley of beans, ground beef, and a secret blend of seasonings, each recipe promises a unique taste adventure. And for those who enjoy a smoky twist, the chipotle BBQ beans, infused with chipotle peppers and a hint of brown sugar, will leave you craving more. But it doesn't stop there; we also have a delightful recipe for vegetarian BBQ beans, a hearty and flavorful dish that showcases the versatility of grilling and caters to those with dietary preferences. No matter your taste preferences, our summer's best BBQ beans recipes are guaranteed to elevate your next barbecue experience and leave your guests asking for seconds.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
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
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
SUMMER'S BEST BBQ BEANS
Quick & Easy. Found this in Better Homes & Gardens (June 07). Great side dish for a picnic, BBQ or when you're in the mood for a tasty bean dish. For sweet and smoky flavor, pineapple and molasses are substituted for the familiar bacon and sugar. I have also made this without the pineapple and added a 14 oz can Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes..we enjoyed it that way too; this recipe you can tinker with and still enjoy the results.
Provided by Pi-E8216
Categories Beans
Time 40m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sweet pepper. Cook and stir 5 minutes or until tender.
- Stir in tomatoes, beans, tomato sauce, undrained pineapple, molasses, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to boiling, reduce heat. Simmer, covered, 10 minutes.
- Uncover, simmer 10 minutes more or until desired consistency.
- Note: You can also add some heat if prefer something spicy, e.g., cayenne, hot pepper sauce, chipotle peppers in adobe sauce -- whatever stirs your taste buds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 517.8, Carbohydrate 28.3, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 9.8, Protein 7.6
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.
BBQ BEANS
Steps:
- Quick soak method for beans: Cover beans with water, bring to a boil. Turn off heat, let stand 1 hour. Drain.
- Place pinto beans in a large pot with water and bay leaf, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a steady boil and cook until tender, about 1 hour.
- In the meantime, heat a 12-inch non-stick pan over medium heat. When hot but not smoking, add onions and cook, stirring often until they begin to soften. Add 2 tablespoons of the bean cooking water and cook until the onions are softened, about 5 to 6 minutes.
- Add the ground chuck and garlic and cook, stirring often, until the meat is brown and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in paprika, thyme, chili powder, ketchup, brown sugar, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until all ingredients are combined. Pour into pot with beans and stir. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Continue cooking until flavors have come together and beans are tender and cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
BEST BBQ BEANS (TWIN CITY GRILL)
From the Twin City Grill at the Mall of America. This is my all time favorite BBQ Bean dish. I think they taste best after a day or two, so they are perfect for those of us who love to get things done in advance! The only change I make is I use butter beans in place of lima.
Provided by Heart N Soul
Categories Beans
Time 35m
Yield 6 cups, 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Fry bacon until crisp.
- In large pot, combine cooked bacon, ground beef, onion and garlic, cook over medium heat until beef is thoroughly browned.
- Add the brown sugar, ketchup, both red and balsamic vinegars and the water.
- Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Gently stir in the drained beans.
- Simmer an additional 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 686.5, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 30.9, Sodium 1775.1, Carbohydrate 118.1, Fiber 15.5, Sugar 67.5, Protein 24.9
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.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Beans: Use dried beans for a more flavorful result. Great options include kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, or a mix.
- Soak Your Beans: Soaking the beans overnight (or at least for a few hours) reduces cooking time and helps remove any impurities.
- Cook Your Beans Properly: Follow the instructions on the bean package for cooking times and water ratios. You want the beans to be tender but not mushy.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh vegetables and herbs add flavor and color to your baked beans. Use the best quality ingredients you can find.
- Don't Overcook Your Beans: Overcooked beans will become mushy and lose their flavor. Keep an eye on them during cooking and remove them from heat as soon as they are tender.
- Add Sauce and Seasonings: Use a combination of BBQ sauce, brown sugar, and spices to create a flavorful sauce for your beans. You can also add diced onions, bell peppers, or jalapenos for extra flavor.
- Bake Your Beans: Pour the beans and sauce mixture into a baking dish and bake in a preheated oven until the beans are heated through and the sauce has thickened. This usually takes about 30-45 minutes.
- Serve Your Beans: Baked beans are a great side dish for picnics, potlucks, or barbecues. They can also be served as a main course with cornbread or rolls.
Conclusion:
Baked beans are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a pot of baked beans that will be the hit of your next gathering. So next time you're looking for a tasty and easy side dish, give baked beans a try. You won't be disappointed!
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