Best 7 Fake Baked Beans With Crispy Bacon Recipes

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Fake baked beans, also known as cowboy beans or poor man's baked beans, are a delicious and budget-friendly alternative to traditional baked beans. Made with simple ingredients like canned beans, bacon, and a flavorful sauce, they are a hearty and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. In this article, we have compiled a collection of the best fake baked beans recipes, each with its own unique twist and flavors. From classic cowboy beans made with ground beef and smoky bacon to vegetarian versions packed with vegetables and beans, we have something for everyone. With easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to whip up a pot of perfectly cooked fake baked beans that will satisfy your cravings and leave you coming back for more.

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

FAKE BAKED BEANS WITH CRISPY BACON



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Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     side dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound dry white beans, like navy, pea or cannellini (see note)
2 whole cloves
1 small onion, halved lengthwise and peeled
2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt, more to taste
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup molasses
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard powder
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 slices thick-cut bacon
Chopped red onion, for garnish

Steps:

  • Cover beans with water to top them by 2 inches and refrigerate overnight, or bring to boil in water to cover, cool 1 hour.
  • Drain and rinse beans. Put them in a pot. Stick whole cloves into onion halves and add to pot along with garlic and bay leaf. Cover with enough water to top them by 1 inch. Simmer beans, partly covered, until just tender, about 1 to 2 hours depending upon age and size of beans; do not overcook. Add boiling water if beans look dry during cooking; they should be surrounded by just a little liquid.
  • Remove onion, cloves, garlic (if desired) and bay leaf from pot. Stir in the salt.
  • In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, molasses, vinegar, mustard powder, Tabasco and pepper. Pour mixture into beans and stir well. Add a slice of bacon to pot and bring everything to a simmer. Let simmer over low heat until beans are thickened, about 30 to 45 minutes. Remove bacon slice, if desired. Season with more salt if needed.
  • Just before serving, reheat beans, if necessary. Fry remaining bacon in large skillet and drain on paper-towel-lined plate. Transfer beans to heated gratin dish or baking pan and top with bacon and red onion. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 366, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 522 milligrams, Sugar 27 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHEATER BAKED BEANS RECIPE - (3.9/5)



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Provided by mytastytreasures

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (28-ounces) cans Bush's original baked beans
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup ketchup
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 pound bacon

Steps:

  • Cut bacon into bite size pieces. Cook bacon, drain on paper towels, set aside. Note: Don't let it get too crispy. Meanwhile mix all the remaining ingredients in a 9"x13" baking dish or a 3 quart casserole. Add in reserved bacon, and mix again. Bake uncovered for 1 hour at 350°F. Let stand 1/2 to 1 hour to cool prior to serving.

HOME-STYLE BAKED BEANS WITH CRISPY BACON



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Australian style baked beans with bacon bones. I felt totally alien until I realized they are just pork bones, which I use in economical Soul food cooking al the time. Do I smell barbecue? Yum. Recipe by Dixie Elliott. Thanks, Dixie!

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Beans

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 brown onions or 2 yellow onions, finely chopped
6 whole cloves
2 (16 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 (28 ounce) can italian diced roma tomatoes
2 tablespoons light molasses
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 bay leaves
salt and black pepper
1 lb bacon, bones or 1 lb pork neck bones
6 slices bacon, trimmed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350F). Heat oil in a large ovenproof casserole dish over medium heat.
  • Add onions and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until tender. Add cloves, beans, tomatoes, molasses, sugar and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir well, then bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add bacon/pork bones and cover with lid or foil. Bake for 45 minutes, or until beans are tender and sauce is thick. Remove and discard bacon bones, and cloves (if you can find them).
  • Cook bacon in a frying pan over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Serve beans topped with crispy bacon and on toast (or with barbecue), if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1134.9, Fat 71.1, SaturatedFat 22.9, Cholesterol 100.3, Sodium 1260.4, Carbohydrate 85.5, Fiber 17.5, Sugar 20.6, Protein 41.5

CRISPY OVEN-BAKED BACON



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Crispy bacon in the oven... Yum!

Provided by Holly Thompson Howell

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Meat and Seafood     Bacon

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 1

10 slices bacon

Steps:

  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place bacon on sheet and place in a cold oven.
  • Set the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and cook bacon until crispy, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.5 calories, Carbohydrate 0.3 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 425 mg

BEEFED-UP BAKED BEANS AND BACON



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Beefed-up baked beans. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and complete the meal with a side salad and cornbread.

Provided by Angela

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 4h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 slices bacon, or more to taste
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, or more to taste, diced
1 pound ground beef
2 (15 ounce) cans pork and beans
1 (16 ounce) can light red kidney beans
1 (16 ounce) can butter beans
1 cup ketchup
½ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon liquid smoke

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crispy, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, leaving bacon grease in the skillet. Crumble bacon when cool enough to handle.
  • Cook onion in the bacon grease over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer onion mixture (including bacon grease) to a slow cooker.
  • Cook and stir ground beef in the same skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  • Add pork and beans, kidney beans, butter beans, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke to the slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low for 4 hours. Serve with crumbled bacon on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.4 calories, Carbohydrate 60.8 g, Cholesterol 49.7 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 11.1 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1339.6 mg, Sugar 22.7 g

BETTER THAN ICE CREAM BAKED BEANS



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Four varieties of beans, crispy bacon, and Parmesan cheese are baked into a deliciously simple side dish everyone will enjoy.

Provided by CARISHERIDAN

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound bacon, diced
4 (16 ounce) cans baked beans
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, drained
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup ketchup
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Mix bacon, baked beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, chili beans, brown sugar, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl. Pour into a large baking dish; top with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling and cheese is melted, about 45 minutes. Set aside to cool for 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.5 calories, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 12 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1309.6 mg, Sugar 24.5 g

SUPER AWESOME BAKED BEANS



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Everywhere I have taken this dish, it's all people talk about! It's the only way I do baked beans anymore! When it's just DH and I, I use only 1 can and 2 quart dish. I hope the measurements are right...I always just eyeball everything! I don't like my baked beans as sweet as most people, so feel free to add more brown sugar to taste! Enjoy!

Provided by KPD123

Categories     Beans

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (28 ounce) cans baked beans, drained (i buy bush's)
1 lb bacon, cooked and chopped, divided
1 1/3 cups French's French fried onions
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 -2 jalapeno, chopped (optional)
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine HALF of the chopped BACON and the french fried onions. Set aside.
  • In a greased 13x9 casserole dish, combine remaining ingredients and mix well. (Taste mixture -- you might want more brown sugar or salt/pepper).
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle french fried onion and bacon mixture all over beans. Return to oven and bake 5-10 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.4, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 1476.1, Carbohydrate 50, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 23.9, Protein 16.5

Tips:

  • Use high-quality bacon for the best flavor.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy, but not burnt.
  • Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to cook the beans.
  • Season the beans with salt, pepper, and chili powder to taste.
  • Serve the beans hot, topped with crispy bacon.

Conclusion:

This fake baked beans recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The beans are flavorful and hearty, and the crispy bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover bacon. Serve the beans with cornbread, mashed potatoes, or your favorite sides.

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