Best 3 Baked Beans For The Crowd By Freda Recipes

Are you seeking a hearty and flavorful dish to serve a crowd? Look no further than Freda's baked beans recipe, a culinary masterpiece that combines the sweetness of molasses, the smokiness of bacon, and the savory punch of spices. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or any special occasion, this recipe guarantees tender beans enveloped in a rich, tangy sauce that will tantalize taste buds and leave your guests craving more. So gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and embark on a culinary journey to create a dish that will become a cherished favorite.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED BEANS FOR A CROWD

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This easy recipe uses canned beans and adds hamburger, bacon and brown sugar for a premium recipe for Baked Beans for a Crowd of 100.

Provided by Jennifer @ Plowing Through Life

Categories Side Dish

Time 4h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

7 pounds Bush's original baked beans
1 3/4 pound Bush's maple bacon baked beans
4 pounds Red kidney beans
4 pounds Baby butter beans
4 pounds hamburger (browned)
2 cups onion (chopped)
2 pounds bacon (about 3 cups cooked & chopped)
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 cups ketchup (or a 20 ounce bottle)
1/4 cup mustard

Steps:

Brown hamburger and onions, drain well.
Cook bacon, drain well and chop.
Grease a 20 quart roaster very well, apply extra coats to the corners.
Pour meat and beans into roaster. Add remaining ingredients on top and stir well with a long handled wooden spoon.
Set to 300°F and bake in the roaster for 3 to 4 hours. Stir every hour and keep the lid on as much as possible. Turn to keep warm when the flavors have baked together well. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 368 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CROWD PLEASING BAKED BEANS

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These are mildly sweet,and have a cinnamon bbq taste.My Family always have these beans with our get together parties.

Provided by FarahC

Categories Beans

Time 3h12m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 (14 3/4 ounce) cans pork and beans
1 small onion, diced
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1 cup corn flakes, crushed
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 cup ketchup
4 slices bacon or 4 slices turkey bacon

Steps:

Fry your bacon until crispy. Drain all but 2 teaspoons grease. Crumble bacon.
Saute your diced onion in bacon,and 2 ts. drippings.Add into a med-large crockpot on low/med along with the remaining ingredients. Cook atleast 2-3 hours Be sure to check and stir,depending on your crockpot.
Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.7, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 16, Sodium 931.2, Carbohydrate 47.4, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 15.6, Protein 9

KITTY'S BAKED BBQ AND BACON BEANS FOR A CROWD

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Over the years, these beans have always been requested for any picnic or bbq we've held or have attended. Very easy too. Serves a large crowd but recipe can be scaled down to your liking. Kitty was a co-worker of mine years ago and passed along this recipe before she moved to the south.

Provided by TheDancingCook

Categories Beans

Time 2h15m

Yield 1/2 cup, 64 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 (28 ounce) cans busch's maple cured bacon baked beans
1 (28 ounce) can busch's country style baked beans
2 (28 ounce) cans busch's barbecue baked beans
2 (28 ounce) cans campbell's pork and beans
1 lb bacon, raw and chopped into 1/4-1/2 wide squares
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons molasses

Steps:

Pour all beans into a very large mixing bowl and combine.
In a large roasting pan, layer the beans, sugar, molasses and bacon squares; starting with the beans on the bottom and end with bacon on the top.
Bake at 350 degrees, covered, for 1 1/2 hours; remove lid and bake for an additional 1/2 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.6, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 9.4, Sodium 340.8, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 4.9, Protein 4.8

Tips:

Soak the beans overnight: This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more tender.
Use a variety of beans: This will add flavor and texture to the dish. Some good options include kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, and navy beans.
Add some vegetables: This will make the dish more nutritious and flavorful. Some good options include onions, celery, carrots, and bell peppers.
Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what will really make the baked beans shine. Some good options include a tomato-based sauce, a molasses-based sauce, or a barbecue sauce.
Bake the beans low and slow: This will help to develop the flavor and make the beans more tender.
Serve the beans with your favorite sides: Some good options include cornbread, coleslaw, and potato salad.

Conclusion:

Baked beans are a classic dish that is perfect for a crowd. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a little planning, you can make a pot of baked beans that everyone will love.