Savory Sweet Barbecue Baked Beans
These Savory Sweet Barbecue Baked Beans are a delightful twist on a classic dish, perfect for your next outdoor gathering. Using canned beans makes this recipe incredibly easy while still delivering a rich, smoky flavor that pairs beautifully with pulled pork sandwiches and BBQ ribs. The combination of tender bacon, sweet brown sugar, and tangy barbecue sauce results in a comforting side dish that will have your guests coming back for seconds. You’ll want to make a double batch, as they’re sure to disappear quickly!
8
Servings
225
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
bacon
4 slices (cut into 1/2 inch pieces)
onions
2 large (finely chopped)
garlic
1 tablespoon (minced)
ginger
1 tablespoon (minced)
great northern beans
2 (15 ounce) cans (rinsed and drained)
brown sugar
1/4 cup (firmly packed)
molasses
1/4 cup
barbecue sauce
1/4 cup
ketchup
1/4 cup
Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons
prepared mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons
cider vinegar
1 tablespoon
salt
to taste
black pepper
to taste (freshly ground)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
2
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until the fat is rendered and the bacon is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3
Carefully drain the bacon fat, saving 2 tablespoons for later use.
4
In the same skillet, add the reserved bacon fat and sauté the chopped onions, minced garlic, and ginger until the onions are tender and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
5
Remove the skillet from heat, and stir in the rinsed and drained beans, brown sugar, molasses, barbecue sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and cider vinegar until well combined.
6
Season the mixture to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
7
Transfer the bean mixture into an oven-proof baking dish and spread it out evenly.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the beans are thickened and bubbling.
9
For a smoky flavor, you can also cook the beans on a barbecue grill, away from direct flames or coals, for about 30 minutes, or until thick and heated through.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
27g
Carbs
6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Sweet Barbecue Baked Beans?
They are a smoky and sweet side dish featuring canned beans, bacon, brown sugar, and barbecue sauce.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 225 calories.
What type of beans are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for two 15-ounce cans of great northern beans.
Do I need to rinse the beans?
Yes, the great northern beans should be rinsed and drained before use.
How much bacon is needed?
You will need 4 slices of bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How long do the beans bake in the oven?
Bake the beans for 30 minutes or until they are thickened and bubbling.
Can I cook these on a barbecue grill?
Yes, you can cook them on a grill away from direct flames for about 30 minutes.
How much bacon fat should I reserve?
Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon fat for sautéing the vegetables.
What aromatics are sautéed in the bacon fat?
Finely chopped onions, minced garlic, and minced ginger are sautéed together.
How long should I sauté the onions?
Sauté the onions for approximately 5 minutes until they are tender and translucent.
What ingredients provide the sweetness?
The sweetness comes from brown sugar, molasses, barbecue sauce, and ketchup.
What ingredients provide the tanginess?
Tanginess is added through Worcestershire sauce, prepared mustard, and cider vinegar.
Is fresh ginger required?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of minced ginger.
How much brown sugar should I use?
Use 1/4 cup of firmly packed brown sugar.
Can I use a different type of mustard?
The recipe specifies 1 1/2 tablespoons of prepared mustard.
What kind of vinegar is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of cider vinegar.
What should I serve these beans with?
They pair perfectly with pulled pork sandwiches and BBQ ribs.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, the description recommends making a double batch as they tend to disappear quickly.
Is there any protein in this dish?
Yes, there are 6 grams of protein per serving.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 10 grams of fat per serving.
Are there carbohydrates in these beans?
Yes, there are 27 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Do I need to add salt and pepper?
Yes, season the mixture to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
What size should the onions be chopped?
The onions should be finely chopped.
How much garlic is included?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of minced garlic.
Can I make this vegetarian?
To make it vegetarian, omit the bacon and use a vegetable oil for sautéing.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 14 ingredients in total.
What category does this recipe fall into?
It is categorized under Beans.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include baked beans, bbq side dish, easy recipe, comfort food, cookout, summer recipes, and sweet and savory.