Best 2 Dutch Oven Baked Beans With Crisp Bacon Recipes

Preparing a hearty and flavorful meal with dutch oven baked beans and crisp bacon is a delightful culinary experience that combines the smoky aroma of bacon with the savory sweetness of beans. This classic dish is a perfect addition to any outdoor gathering or family dinner. By utilizing a dutch oven, the beans are slowly simmered in a rich sauce, infusing them with the flavors of bacon, onions, and spices. Whether you prefer a simple recipe with a few ingredients or a more complex one with additional vegetables and herbs, this article will guide you in creating a delightful and satisfying dish that will surely become a family favorite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

DUTCH OVEN BAKED BEANS WITH CRISP BACON RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Dutch Oven Baked Beans with Crisp Bacon Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by mnhenselen

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 Pablono chili, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced salt
2 cups sweet and sticky B.B.Q. sauce. ( your favorite, but I recommend " Baby Ray's Honey )
2 15 1/2 ounce cans baked beans ( again, your fav.)
1 (19-ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinced
1 (19-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinced
2 to 3 pounds lean bacon, thin sliced

Steps:

In a 12" Dutch oven, with about 14 to 16 charcoals under, heat oil, saute garlic, onions, and chili, salt to taste; stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tinder. About 8 minutes. Remove veggies, and reserve. Remove from heat, line the oven with the bacon up the inside of oven and let hang over the out side. In a mixing bowl; mix all the beans and the B.B.Q. sauce, and veggies. Pour the bean mixture in the bacon lined Dutch oven. Lay the bacon over the top of the beans in the reverse direction as you put them in. Made a neat pinwheel. Place lid on oven with 18 to 20 charcoals in top, and only 8 to 10 under the oven. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Let cool 10 to 15 minutes,and serve.

BOSTON BAKED BEANS WITH BACON

Boston Baked Beans With Bacon image

Since you are cooking the beans in the oven for about 4 hours, I strongly suggest to use only dried beans for this, as the canned with get way too soft. The beans have to soak overnight in water so plan a day ahead. This can also be make successfully in a crockpot for a longer cooking time. The ingredients really do not have to be exactly measured for this. This is well worth the time to make, this bean bake is very good!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories One Dish Meal

Time P1DT4h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 lb dried pinto bean (2-1/2 cups)
7 -9 cups water (or enough water to cover beans by 3-inches)
12 -14 slices bacon, cut into about 1/2-inch pieces
2 onions, chopped
1 1/4 cups ketchup
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup plain prepared mustard (use only plain mustard for this not Dijon)
3 tablespoons light molasses
1 large bay leaf
2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
1 -2 teaspoon salt (can use seasoned salt)
black pepper (lots of black pepper!)

Steps:

Do this a day before: place the beans in a large bowl.
Add enough cold water to cover the beans by 3 inches.
Let stand at room temperature overnight.
The next day drain the beans very well in a colander; set aside.
Set oven to 350 degrees.
In a large oven-proof Dutch oven cook the bacon pieces until crisp (about 7-8 minutes).
Add in well-drained beans and all the remaining ingredients; mix well to combine and bring to a boil on top of the stove.
Transfer the pot to the oven.
Bake uncovered until beans are tender and the liquid thickens, stirring occasionally (about 3-1/2 - 4 hours).
*NOTE* this can be made a day ahead (even better as the flavors blend!) cover and refrigerate, just bring the beans to a simmer before serving.

Tips:

To save time, use canned beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
If you're short on time, you can skip the soaking step for the beans. Just be sure to add an extra 30 minutes to the cooking time.
For a more flavorful dish, use a combination of different types of beans, such as kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
Add some chopped vegetables to the beans, such as onions, celery, and carrots. This will add flavor and nutrition to the dish.
For a smoky flavor, add a teaspoon of liquid smoke to the beans.
Serve the beans with a side of cornbread or biscuits for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Dutch oven baked beans are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight meal or a special event, these beans are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful dish, give Dutch oven baked beans a try.