This delicious and easy recipe for baked beans is packed with flavor! It’s quick to make and perfect for any meal, combining smoky bacon, a hint of heat, and tangy sauces. You can easily adjust the seasonings to suit your taste, making it a versatile dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients Needed:
- 2 sliced bacon, diced
- 1 small sweet onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 TO 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 (22-ounce) cans of baked beans
- 2 slices bacon, for topping (optional)
How To Make Baked Beans Recipe?
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C.
- Cook the Bacon: Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-low heat and add the diced bacon. Cook until the bacon is brown and crispy, and most of the fat is rendered.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir often and cook until the vegetables soften about 5 minutes.
- Add the Spices: Stir in the smoked paprika, chipotle chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, letting the spices bloom.
- Mix the Sauces: Add the apple cider vinegar, BBQ sauce, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar. Stir until fully combined.
- Add the Beans: Stir in the baked beans directly from the can. Bring the mixture to a boil, then turn off the heat. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or heat as needed. Optionally, lay a few strips of bacon on top of the beans.
- Bake the Beans: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven (or transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish). Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the beans are bubbling and syrupy.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the beans from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Recipe Tips:
- Use crispy bacon for added flavor: Make sure the bacon is cooked until it’s crispy. This will enhance the overall taste and texture of your beans.
- Taste before baking: Always taste the bean mixture before baking and adjust the seasoning. Add more salt, pepper, or chili powder to get the perfect balance of flavors.
- Layer extra bacon on top: For a delicious crispy topping, add a few more strips of bacon on top before baking.
- Stir occasionally while cooking vegetables: Stir the vegetables often to ensure they cook evenly and don’t burn.
- Use your favorite beans: You can use any brand of baked beans, but choosing a brand with a rich flavor will make the dish even better.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Allow the baked beans to cool to room temperature before storing them in an airtight container. They will keep for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Freeze: After cooling, store the baked beans in a freezer-safe container or bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Heat the baked beans in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until fully heated about 5-7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 239 kcal
- Total Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 560mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 51g
- Dietary Fiber: 10g
- Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 12g
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