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Southern-Style Baked Beans with Bacon

Southern-Style Baked Beans with Bacon for Cozy Gatherings

Enjoy the comforting flavors of Southern-Style Baked Beans with Bacon, a delightful dish perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 2 cans Baked Beans Choose your favorite brand for a scrumptious base.
  • 6 slices Bacon Chopped, use crispy bacon for smoky depth.
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Onion Diced, sweet or yellow.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds caramelized sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup BBQ Sauce Pick your preferred brand.
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard Dijon or yellow; can skip for milder flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove bacon and leave drippings.
  3. In the same skillet, add diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine baked beans, bacon, sautéed onions, brown sugar, BBQ sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  5. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
  7. Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Consider adding jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor. These beans taste even better the next day.

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