Patriotic Party Beans
This delightful blend of beans, bacon, and beef is perfect for any celebration, especially your Fourth of July BBQ! Featuring a delightful mixture of pork and beans, lima beans, and kidney beans, these Patriotic Party Beans combine flavors with a rich sauce infused with barbecue and molasses. The sweet and tangy notes mingle harmoniously, making this dish a crowd favorite. Easy to make and guaranteed to please, it's a festive and flavorful addition to any party menu.
12
Servings
N/A
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
sliced bacon
1/2 lb (diced)
ground beef
1/2 lb
onion
1 cup (chopped)
pork and beans
28 ounces (canned)
lima beans
17 ounces (canned, rinsed and drained)
kidney beans
15 ounces (canned, rinsed and drained)
barbecue sauce
1/2 cup
ketchup
1/2 cup
sugar
1/2 cup
brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
mustard
2 tablespoons
molasses
2 tablespoons
salt
1 teaspoon
chili powder
1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon, ground beef, and chopped onion over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
3
Grease a 2 1/2-quart baking dish, then transfer the cooked meat mixture into it.
4
Add the pork and beans, lima beans, and kidney beans to the dish and mix everything together thoroughly.
5
In a separate bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, ketchup, sugar, packed brown sugar, mustard, molasses, salt, and chili powder. Mix well to create a sauce.
6
Pour the sauce over the meat and beans mixture, stirring to combine and ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.
7
Cover the baking dish with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
8
Remove the cover and bake for an additional 15 minutes to allow the top to caramelize slightly.
9
Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Patriotic Party Beans!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Patriotic Party Beans?
Patriotic Party Beans are a delightful blend of beans, bacon, and ground beef in a rich barbecue and molasses sauce, perfect for Fourth of July celebrations.
What types of beans are used in this recipe?
This recipe uses a combination of pork and beans, lima beans, and kidney beans.
What kind of meat is included?
The dish features both diced sliced bacon and ground beef.
At what temperature should the oven be set?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe provides approximately 12 servings.
How long do the beans need to bake?
The total baking time is 60 minutes: 45 minutes covered and 15 minutes uncovered.
Why do you bake the beans uncovered for the last 15 minutes?
Baking uncovered for the final 15 minutes allows the top of the dish to caramelize slightly.
What ingredients make up the sauce?
The sauce consists of barbecue sauce, ketchup, sugar, packed brown sugar, mustard, molasses, salt, and chili powder.
Should the lima and kidney beans be prepared any special way?
Yes, both the lima beans and kidney beans should be rinsed and drained before being added to the dish.
Do I need to grease the baking dish?
Yes, you should grease a 2 1/2-quart baking dish before transferring the meat mixture.
What is the first step in cooking the meat?
Cook the diced bacon, ground beef, and chopped onion in a large skillet over medium heat until the meat is browned.
Should I drain the fat from the meat?
Yes, ensure you drain any excess fat after browning the meat and onions.
How much bacon is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 lb of sliced bacon, which should be diced.
What is the flavor profile of this dish?
The beans have a sweet and tangy flavor with rich notes from the barbecue sauce and molasses.
How much ground beef is needed?
You will need 1/2 lb of ground beef.
What size can of pork and beans is used?
The recipe requires a 28-ounce can of pork and beans.
How much onion should I add?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chopped onion.
Is there any spice in the recipe?
Yes, a 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder is added for a touch of warmth.
How much molasses is used in the sauce?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of molasses.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses both 1/2 cup of regular sugar and 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
What size baking dish is recommended?
A 2 1/2-quart baking dish is the recommended size for this recipe.
Can I serve these beans immediately after baking?
It is recommended to let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.
How much barbecue sauce and ketchup are needed?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce and 1/2 cup of ketchup.
What type of mustard is used?
The recipe specifies 2 tablespoons of mustard, generally yellow or prepared mustard.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include fourth of july, bbq, party, beans, bacon, beef, sweet and tangy, and comfort food.
How much salt is added?
The recipe includes 1 teaspoon of salt.
Are the beans canned or dried?
This recipe uses canned pork and beans, canned lima beans, and canned kidney beans.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is described as an easy-to-make dish that is guaranteed to please a crowd.
What is the specific amount for the lima beans?
The recipe calls for 17 ounces of canned lima beans.
What is the specific amount for the kidney beans?
The recipe calls for 15 ounces of canned kidney beans.