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Easy Ultimate Baked Beans: Discover the Perfect Recipe!

A delicious and easy recipe for baked beans that combines navy beans with a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 -8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans 15 ounces each navy beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the navy beans, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, diced onion, diced green bell pepper, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and smoked paprika if using. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. If using bacon, fold in the crumbled bacon into the mixture.
  4. Transfer the bean mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly.
  5. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  6. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the beans are bubbly and slightly caramelized on top.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 14g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add 1-2 teaspoons of hot sauce to the bean mixture before baking.
  • You can substitute navy beans with pinto beans or black beans for a different flavor profile.

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