Best 8 Easy Baked Beans 4 Ingredient Recipes

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When you're looking for an easy and delicious side dish that's perfect for any occasion, easy baked beans with only four ingredients should be your go-to. This classic recipe is packed with smoky, sweet flavor and can be prepared in just a few minutes. With just a handful of ingredients like canned baked beans, ketchup, brown sugar, and bacon, you can create a flavorful dish that everyone will love. Whether you're serving it at a potluck, a backyard barbecue, or a weeknight dinner, this simple yet satisfying recipe is sure to be a hit.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EGG AND BAKED BEANS



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This egg and baked beans recipe is so flavorful. It has a great combination of creamy, hearty, sweet, fiery and smokey flavors.

Provided by Rika

Categories     Breakfast

Number Of Ingredients 6

28 oz The original baked beans ((canned, store-bought))
3 eggs
3 tbsp Louisana hot sauce ((use more according to your liking))
½ cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese ((loosely packed) use more or less according to your liking)
chopped chives
rustic bread or garlic bread

Steps:

  • Pre-heat the oven to 400°F.
  • Divide baked beans between 3 small ovenproof dishes.
  • Add Louisana hot sauce (about 1 - 1½ tbsp) into each dish. Stir to combine.
  • Add cheddar cheese, then crack an egg into the center of each dish. Finish with more cheese.
  • Cook in the oven for about 15 minutes or longer or until eggs are set or cooked to your liking.
  • Remove from the oven, serve with fresh chives and bread (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 202 mg, Sodium 1618 mg, Fiber 15 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY BAKED BEANS



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My family enjoys this easy baked beans recipe with cornbread, but it also rounds out any cookout. Canned pork and beans make meal prep quick. -Phyllis Schmalz, Kansas City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cans (28 ounces each) pork and beans
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup cola
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons ground mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 793mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

EASY BAKED BEANS



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I have been making this for almost 40 years. The original recipe calls for all ketchup; it was my idea to make that half ketchup and half barbeque sauce. I do love spicy. I have never had a baked bean recipe that was this good and also this easy. Nobody will know you didn't spend all day on it.

Provided by melmsc1

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
2 (16 ounce) cans pork and beans
¾ cup brown sugar
¼ cup ketchup
¼ cup barbeque sauce
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Prepare a 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Stir pork and beans, brown sugar, ketchup, barbeque sauce, bacon, and dry mustard together in the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven, stirring every 20 minutes or so, until bacon fat is rendered throughout the beans mixture, 2 1/4 to 2 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.1 calories, Carbohydrate 55.8 g, Cholesterol 23.1 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 887.3 mg, Sugar 35.4 g

BAKED BEANS (4 INGREDIENTS)



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Make and share this Baked Beans (4 Ingredients) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BamaBelle30

Categories     Beans

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (15 ounce) cans pork and beans
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon mustard
1 cup catsup

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients.
  • Bake 1 hour at 350 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.4, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 1130, Carbohydrate 46.3, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 13.6, Protein 9

QUICK AND EASY BAKED BEANS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter
6 slices bacon, diced
1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
1 large onion, diced
1 large green bell pepper, diced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 large yellow bell pepper, diced
Four 28-ounce cans baked beans, drained
1/2 cup mustard
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
Several dashes hot sauce

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a saucepan and fry the bacon until almost cooked. Add the jalapenos, onions and bell peppers and saute for 5 minutes. Add the beans, mustard, barbecue sauce, ketchup and hot sauce, and heat through.

EASY BAKED BEANS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound bacon
1 large sweet onion, such as Vidalia, finely chopped
Four 14-ounce cans pork and beans
1/2 cup dark molasses
1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Fry the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pan, leaving the drippings, and drain it on paper towels. Crumble and set aside.
  • Add the onion to the pan with the bacon drippings and saute until softened, a couple minutes. Stir in the beans, molasses, brown sugar, mustard and crumbled bacon, and mix well.
  • Pour the beans into a 3-quart casserole and bake, uncovered, for about 45 minutes.

SIMPLE BAKED BEANS



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This baked bean recipe uses canned beans instead of the dry type so it is quick and easy to prepare.

Provided by Brandi

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (16 ounce) cans baked beans with pork
¼ cup molasses
¼ cup chopped onions
4 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 slices bacon, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix baked beans with pork, molasses, onions, brown sugar and ketchup together and put in a greased casserole dish. Top with bacon, cover and bake for 3 hours or until thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 401.5 mg, Sugar 18.4 g

EASY BAKED BEANS



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Make and share this Easy Baked Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bonjovi4ever

Categories     Beans

Time 1h35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (50 ounce) can pork and beans
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 cup ketchup
1 medium onion, finely chopped
6 slices bacon

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients, except the bacon, together in casserole dish.
  • Spread bacon slices on top.
  • Bake at 350 for 90 minutes uncovered!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.5, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 33.9, Sodium 1559.4, Carbohydrate 65.2, Fiber 14.8, Sugar 9.9, Protein 16.8

Tips:

  • When choosing canned pork and beans, opt for options with reduced sodium to control the amount of salt in the dish.
  • Feel free to use any type of baked beans you like. Options such as vegetarian baked beans or maple flavored baked beans can add a unique twist to the recipe.
  • To add a smoky flavor, include a teaspoon of liquid smoke to the mixture before baking.
  • For a sweeter variation, add a tablespoon of brown sugar or maple syrup along with the ketchup.
  • If you want a bit of a kick, add a teaspoon of chili powder or a few dashes of cayenne pepper.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of beans. Black beans, kidney beans, or even chickpeas can be used as alternatives to pork and beans.
  • If you're short on time, you can skip the baking step and serve the beans warm straight from the stovetop.

Conclusion:

With minimal ingredients and effortless preparation, this baked beans recipe offers a delightful and versatile side dish. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe guarantees a flavorful and satisfying addition to your meals. Feel empowered to customize the dish with your preferred flavors and ingredients, transforming it into a personalized culinary creation. Bon appétit!

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