Nani's Flavor Packed Baked Beans
These baked beans turn a simple pantry staple into a rich, smoky side dish that everyone at your next cookout will love.
recipesbynani.comBaked beans are a staple at almost every barbecue, but they are often a bit boring. I wanted to create a version that actually brings some excitement to the table, so I started with canned beans as a base and added plenty of savory ingredients to make the flavors pop.
By adding crispy bacon, fresh veggies, and a tangy sauce, these beans taste like they have been simmering for hours. My best tip is to use a good quality barbecue sauce that you already enjoy, as it sets the tone for the entire dish.
🧺 Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) plain baked beans
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until it is nice and crispy.
- 3
Add the onion and bell pepper to the bacon fat, cooking until they are soft and translucent.
- 4
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about one minute until fragrant.
- 5
Pour in the canned beans and stir in the barbecue sauce, molasses, mustard, vinegar, Worcestershire, and smoked paprika.
- 6
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes until the sauce is thick, glossy, and bubbling around the edges.
💡 Tips
These beans are best served warm straight from the oven. You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days, and they often taste even better the next day once the flavors have had more time to meld.
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