Savory Maple Bacon Baked Beans
Indulge in the comfort of homemade Savory Maple Bacon Baked Beans! This delectable dish combines the rich flavors of crispy bacon with the sweetness of brown sugar and the tanginess of ketchup, creating a perfect harmony that will delight your taste buds. Easy to make and perfect for gatherings, these baked beans are a great side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner. With minimal preparation and a delightful aroma wafting through your home as they bake, these beans are sure to become a family favorite. Serve them warm as a hearty side dish that complements any meal.
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Bacon
4 slices (Cooked until crispy and crumbled)
Onion
1/2 cup (Chopped)
Pork and Beans
2 (16 ounce) cans (Drained)
Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons (Packed)
Ketchup
2 tablespoons (N/A)
Worcestershire Sauce
1 tablespoon (N/A)
Prepared Mustard
1 teaspoon (N/A)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until it turns crispy. Once cooked, remove the bacon and drain, reserving about 2 tablespoons of the bacon drippings for later use. Crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.
3
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion to the reserved bacon drippings and sauté until the onion is tender and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked onions, crumbled bacon, two cans of pork and beans, brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and prepared mustard. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
5
Transfer the mixture into a 1.5-quart oven-proof casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
6
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 1.75 hours. During this time, regularly check the beans, and if the mixture appears too dry, add a splash of water to maintain the desired consistency.
7
Once baked to perfection, remove the casserole from the oven and let it stand for a few minutes to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary flavor profile of the Savory Maple Bacon Baked Beans?
The dish features a rich combination of crispy bacon, sweet brown sugar, and tangy ketchup for a savory and sweet flavor profile.
How many slices of bacon are required for this recipe?
You will need 4 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy and then crumbled.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How do I prepare the bacon for the beans?
Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy, then drain and crumble it into small pieces, reserving some drippings.
What should I do with the reserved bacon drippings?
Use 2 tablespoons of the reserved bacon drippings to sauté the chopped onions.
How long should the onions be sautéed?
Sauté the onions for about 3 to 4 minutes until they are tender and translucent.
What type and size of beans are used?
The recipe calls for two 16-ounce cans of pork and beans.
Do I need to drain the pork and beans?
Yes, the pork and beans should be drained before being added to the mixture.
How much brown sugar is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of packed brown sugar.
How much ketchup is added to the bean mixture?
You should add 2 tablespoons of ketchup.
What is the amount of Worcestershire sauce needed?
The recipe specifies 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce.
How much mustard should be included?
Include 1 teaspoon of prepared mustard.
What size casserole dish is recommended?
A 1.5-quart oven-proof casserole dish is recommended for baking.
How long do the beans need to bake?
The beans should bake for approximately 1.5 to 1.75 hours.
Should the casserole dish be covered during baking?
Yes, cover the dish with aluminum foil while it bakes in the oven.
What should I do if the bean mixture looks too dry?
If the mixture appears dry, add a splash of water to maintain the desired consistency.
How often should I check the beans while they are baking?
You should check the beans regularly during the 1.5 to 1.75 hour baking period.
Is this recipe suitable for a barbecue?
Yes, these baked beans are a perfect side dish for barbecues and outdoor gatherings.
Can I serve these beans at a potluck?
Absolutely, they are easy to make and ideal for potlucks or family dinners.
How many total ingredients are used in this recipe?
There are 7 main ingredients in this recipe.
How much onion is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of chopped onion.
What is the suggested way to serve the beans?
Serve them warm as a hearty side dish that complements any meal.
Should I let the beans cool before serving?
Yes, let the casserole stand for a few minutes to cool slightly before serving.
Is the preparation for this recipe difficult?
No, the recipe features minimal preparation and is categorized as an easy recipe.
How do I mix the ingredients?
Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly until well combined.
What are the primary tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include comfort food, side dish, barbecue, easy recipe, maple bacon, and savory.
How should the onions look after sautéing?
They should be tender and translucent.
Can I add water to the recipe?
Water should only be added if the mixture becomes too dry during the baking process.
Is there maple syrup in the ingredients?
The ingredients list includes brown sugar; the maple flavor is part of the savory maple bacon theme.
What is the aroma of this dish while cooking?
The dish produces a delightful aroma that wafts through your home as it bakes.