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Baked Beans

Savory Baked Beans with Bacon for Ultimate Comfort Food

Enjoy these Baked Beans, with a comforting blend of smoky bacon and sweet flavors for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 10 slices Thick cut bacon Add a savory, smoky flavor.
  • 1.5 cups Yellow onion Diced for sweetness.
  • 1 cup Green bell pepper Chopped for color.
  • 56 oz Pork and beans Undrained, the star of the recipe.
For the Sweetness
  • 0.25 cup Ketchup Adds tangy sweetness.
  • 0.25 cup Molasses Brings deep richness.
  • 0.67 cup Brown sugar Enhances sweetness.
For the Tang
  • 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar Provides zesty kick.
  • 2 tsp Dry mustard Adds warmth.
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder Infuses garlic flavor.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and crumble.
  2. Sauté the diced onion and chopped bell pepper in the same skillet for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. In a large pot, mix together the pork and beans, ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, dry mustard, garlic powder, and crumbled bacon.
  4. Fold in the sautéed onion and bell pepper to blend flavors.
  5. Simmer the mixture over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with fresh parsley for added color and flavor.

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