Best 5 Crowd Pleasing Baked Beans Recipes

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Baked beans are a classic dish that can be served at any gathering. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or a holiday dinner, a pot of baked beans is sure to please the crowd. This versatile dish can be made in a variety of ways, so you can customize it to your liking. From classic baked beans to sweet and spicy baked beans, there's a recipe out there for every taste. In this article, we'll share our top picks for the best baked beans recipes, so you can find the perfect one for your next gathering.

Here are our top 5 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

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

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

PAN-BAKED BEANS FOR A CROWD



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Great beans for a crowd--from scratch! (This recipe makes 12 servings. See notes to serve 25 or 50.) From Better Homes & Gardens.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Beans

Time 3h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb dried navy beans
1 lb sliced bacon, cut up
2 large onions, chopped (2 cups)
1 cup catsup
1 cup molasses
3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
2 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain the beans. In a 4-to-6-quart Dutch oven combine beans and 8 cups water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer fro 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand for 1 hour. (Or place beans and water in Dutch oven. Cover and let soak in a cool place for 6 to 8 hours or overnight.) Drain and rinse beans.
  • In the Dutch oven cook bacon and onions until bacon is crisp. Drain off fat. Add the beans and 6 cups fresh water to Dutch oven. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the catsup, molasses, mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered for 30 to 45 minutes more or until desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Makes 10 (2/3 cup) to 12 servings.
  • NOTE: 25 servings: Prepare as above, doubling amounts of all ingredients. Soak beans in 12 cups water in an 8-to-10-quart pot. Cook half the onions and bacon at a time. Cook the beans as above, except stir in 10 cups of water in Step 2. Cook, uncovered, in Step 3 for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, stirring frequently.
  • NOTE: 50 servings: Prepare the 25-serving recipe twice (do not double the recipe). Prepare two smaller batches, as there's less danger of burning beans at the bottom of the pot.
  • Tip: To reheat, cook over medium low heat, stirring occasionally, until bubbling, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.9, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 25.7, Sodium 691.7, Carbohydrate 52.1, Fiber 9.8, Sugar 22.8, Protein 13.6

BLOCK PARTY BBQ BAKED BEANS RECIPE



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Keep the kitchen cool with this stovetop BBQ baked beans recipe. Our crowd-pleasing Block Party BBQ Baked Beans Recipe is cookout ready. A pot luck staple as well as a Healthy Living recipe, these beans are perfect for feeding a large crowd.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Holiday & Special Occasion Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings, 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 can (16 oz.) pork and beans
1 can (15-1/2 oz.) mild chili beans
1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 Tbsp. HEINZ Yellow Mustard

Steps:

  • Brown meat in Dutch oven sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat; drain. Return to pan. Stir in onions; cook 5 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Cover.
  • Bring to boil; stirring frequently. Simmer on medium-low heat 15 min., stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 450 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 10 g

PARTY BEANS



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This is probably the best baked bean recipe that I have come across. Three kinds of beans are baked with ground round and bacon. I use a 5 quart casserole dish.

Provided by Michael D'Angelo

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound sliced bacon
1 ½ pounds ground round
1 (15 ounce) can baked beans with pork
1 (15.5 ounce) can white beans, drained
1 (15.5 ounce) can butter beans, drained
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 cup barbeque sauce
1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Drain, crumble, and set aside. In the same skillet, cook and crumble the ground round until evenly browned. Drain.
  • In a large deep casserole dish or Dutch oven, combine the bacon, beef, baked beans, white beans, and butter beans. Stir in the brown sugar, barbeque sauce, and onion soup mix until well blended.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 1 hour in the preheated oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.2 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 50.7 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 1015.8 mg, Sugar 26.8 g

Tips:

  • Use dried beans: Dried beans are more flavorful and economical than canned beans. If you use dried beans, be sure to soak them overnight before cooking.
  • Use a variety of beans: Don't just stick to one type of bean. Try using a mix of different beans, such as pinto beans, navy beans, and black beans.
  • Add some meat: If you like, you can add some meat to your baked beans. Some popular options include ham, bacon, and sausage.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes baked beans special. Be sure to use a sauce that is flavorful and has a good balance of sweetness and acidity.
  • Cook the beans slowly: Baked beans are best when they are cooked slowly. This allows the flavors to develop and the beans to become tender.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: Baked beans are a great side dish for a variety of meals. Some popular options include grilled chicken, pork chops, and hamburgers.

Conclusion:

Baked beans are a classic comfort food that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are having a casual cookout or a formal dinner, baked beans are sure to be a hit. With so many different recipes to choose from, you are sure to find one that you love. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy side dish, give baked beans a try.

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