Savory Slow-Cooked Turkey & Bacon Baked Beans
Indulge in these deliciously Sweet & Sassy Baked Beans featuring lean ground turkey and crispy bacon, all slow-cooked to perfection in a crockpot. These beans boast a delightful blend of flavors, with the kick of mild Rotel tomatoes and the unexpected sweetness of sugar-free orange marmalade creating a taste sensation that will have your family returning for seconds. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a satisfying main course alongside crusty bread and a fresh green salad, these beans are a crowd-pleaser that are sure to become a family favorite!
8
Servings
225
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
pork & beans
2 (31 ounce) cans (1 can drained, 1 can undrained)
bacon
1/2 lb (chopped into 1 inch pieces)
ground turkey
1 lb (crumbled and browned)
diced tomatoes with green chilies (mild)
1 (10 ounce) can (canned)
leek
1 large (roughly chopped (white & light green parts only))
sugar-free orange marmalade
1/2 cup (none)
garlic
1 tablespoon (minced)
brown sugar
3 tablespoons (none)
celery seed
1/4 teaspoon (none)
chili powder
1/8 teaspoon (none)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by draining one can of pork & beans completely and pour both cans into the crockpot.
2
Chop the bacon into 1-inch pieces, ensuring to remove any large fat areas, and cook in a skillet over medium heat until just shy of crispy, then drain excess grease and transfer to the crockpot.
3
In the same skillet, crumble the ground turkey and brown it over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary, then add the ground turkey to the crockpot.
4
Next, add the remaining ingredients: the diced tomatoes with green chilies, leek, sugar-free orange marmalade, minced garlic, brown sugar, celery seed, chili powder, and salt. Stir the mixture well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
5
Cover the crockpot and set it to low heat. Allow the mixture to cook for 6 to 8 hours, letting the flavors meld together beautifully.
Nutrition Information
8.75g
Fat
25g
Carbs
12.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is called Savory Slow-Cooked Turkey & Bacon Baked Beans.
How long does it take to cook in the crockpot?
The recipe should be cooked on low heat for 6 to 8 hours.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 225 calories.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 8 servings.
Should I drain the pork and beans?
You should drain one can completely and pour the other can undrained into the crockpot.
What type of meat is included in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1 lb of ground turkey and 1/2 lb of bacon.
How should the bacon be prepared?
Chop the bacon into 1-inch pieces, remove large fat areas, and cook until just shy of crispy before adding to the crockpot.
What is the 'secret' sweet ingredient used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of sugar-free orange marmalade for a unique sweetness.
How much ground turkey is required?
You will need 1 lb of ground turkey, crumbled and browned.
Which part of the leek should be used?
Use one large leek, roughly chopped, using the white and light green parts only.
What type of canned tomatoes are used?
One 10-ounce can of mild diced tomatoes with green chilies (such as Rotel) is used.
What are the primary spices in these baked beans?
The spices include garlic, brown sugar, celery seed, chili powder, and salt.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 8.75g of fat per serving.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving provides 12.5g of protein.
How many grams of carbohydrates are per serving?
There are 25g of carbohydrates per serving.
What setting should I use on the crockpot?
Set the crockpot to low heat.
Is there garlic in this recipe?
Yes, it calls for 1 tablespoon of minced garlic.
How much brown sugar is needed?
The recipe requires 3 tablespoons of brown sugar.
What is the quantity of celery seed used?
The recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of celery seed.
Is there a lot of chili powder in the recipe?
No, it only uses 1/8 teaspoon of chili powder for a subtle flavor.
What are some recommended sides for this dish?
It pairs well with crusty bread and a fresh green salad.
Is this dish considered a main course or a side dish?
It can be served as either a hearty side dish or a satisfying main course.
How many ingredients total are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients total.
Is this a good recipe for the fall season?
Yes, it is specifically tagged as a fall recipe.
What is the texture of the bacon in the final dish?
The bacon should be cooked until just shy of crispy before being added to ensure a good texture after slow cooking.
What tags describe this recipe?
Tags include baked beans, ground turkey, crockpot, comfort food, side dish, hearty meal, family recipe, and fall recipes.
Should the ground turkey be drained?
Yes, you should drain excess fat from the ground turkey after browning it if necessary.
How much salt is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of salt.
Does this recipe use fresh or canned tomatoes?
It uses canned diced tomatoes with green chilies.
How do you mix the ingredients in the crockpot?
After adding all ingredients, stir the mixture well to combine everything evenly before covering.