Best 8 The Ultimate Baked Beans Recipes

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Are you craving a delightful and comforting dish that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul? Look no further than the iconic baked beans. This classic culinary creation has been a beloved staple in kitchens worldwide for generations, known for its rich, smoky flavor and versatility. Whether you prefer a traditional or a contemporary twist, there's a baked beans recipe out there to satisfy your every craving. So, let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the ultimate baked beans recipe that will leave you utterly satisfied and wanting more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

WORLD'S BEST BAKED BEANS



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World's Best Baked Beans will be the last recipe you will ever make! These easy homemade baked beans are the perfect side to a potluck and a tried and true family recipe!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound bacon
1 green pepper (diced)
1 onion (diced)
4 15 ounce cans pork and beans
1 cup ketchup
1 cup brown sugar
1 Tbs Worcestershire Sauce

Steps:

  • Fry up the bacon and crumble in pieces. Cut up the green pepper and onion and cook in the bacon grease until soft. Combine all ingredients together. Let simmer in pan on low for at least an hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Fry up the bacon and crumble in pieces. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and discard some grease. Add the green pepper and onion and fry until tender.
  • Combine bacon, green pepper, and onion, pork and beans, ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a 9x13 inch pan. Bake covered for 1 hour. You can also simmer in a large pot on the stove for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 8 g, Calories 385 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Sodium 677 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 34 g

THE BEST BAKED BEANS EVER



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You won't believe how good this baked beans recipe tastes. Serve the dish at your next BBQ or as a side for dinner this week.

Categories     comfort food     dinner     main dish     side dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 slices bacon, halved
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 medium green pepper, chopped
3 large cans (28 ounces each) pork and beans
3/4 c. barbecue sauce
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. distilled or cider vinegar
2 tsp. dry mustard or 2 tablespoons Dijon

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and heat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Fry bacon in large, deep sauté pan skillet until bacon has partially cooked and released about 1/4 cup drippings. Remove bacon from pan and drain on paper towels.
  • Add onions and peppers to drippings in pan and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add beans and remaining ingredients bring to a simmer. (If skillet is not large enough, add beans and heat to a simmer then transfer to a large bowl and stir in remaining ingredients).
  • Pour flavored beans into a greased 13-by 9-inch (or similar size) ovenproof pan. Top with bacon, then bake until beans are bubbly and sauce is the consistency of pancake syrup, about 2 hours. Let stand to thicken slightly and serve.

THE ULTIMATE BAKED BEANS



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 canned chipotle chiles in adobo
3 big (28-ounce) cans cannelloni beans, drained and rinsed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 slices pancetta
Leaves from 6 fresh rosemary sprigs
Extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Special equipment: 4 individual crocks
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Put the molasses, ketchup, mustard, and chiles in a blender and puree. Scrape that into a big bowl, add the beans and season with salt and black pepper, and gently toss so that the beans are coated with the molasses mixture. Divide the mixture evenly amongst individual crocks. Top each crock with a piece of pancetta, sprig of rosemary and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil. Bake in the oven until the bacon is browned and fat is rendered, about 25 minutes.

THE BEST BAKED BEANS



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound dried navy beans
1 salt pork
2 bay leaves
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup molasses
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
6 ounces sliced bacon

Steps:

  • Pick through the beans and remove any pebbles. Place beans in a colander and rinse under cold water. Transfer the beans to a large pot or bowl, add water to cover by 2-inches and let soak overnight. The beans will rehydrate and swell to twice their size. Drain and rinse the beans, then put in a saucepan. Cover the beans with fresh water and place over medium heat. Add the remaining ingredients, except for the bacon. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 25 minutes or until the beans are tender but not breaking apart. Transfer the beans and broth to a 2-quart oven-safe dish. Lay bacon slices in a single layer on top of the beans. Bake in a preheated 325 degree F oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour to cook the bacon.

BEST BAKED BEANS



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The perfect addition to picnics and barbecues! Simple and delicious. Sure to become one of your favorites. My mother makes this for every family get together. Ham could be added, or more ketchup if desired, but try it this way first - you'll love it!

Provided by EmilyJMJ

Categories     Beans

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (28 ounce) cans bush's baked beans
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup ketchup
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 lb bacon

Steps:

  • Cut bacon into bite size pieces.
  • Cook bacon in microwave, checking after each minute, or cook in a skillet, draining fat.
  • Don't let it get crisp.
  • Meanwhile, mix the remaining ingredients in a 3 quart casserole dish.
  • Add bacon and mix a little.
  • Bake uncovered for one hour at 350*.
  • It's best if they set out to cool for one hour before you serve them.

THE BEST SLOW COOKER BAKED BEANS (DAD'S RECIPE)



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This recipe was handed down from my dad. I adjusted it to go into the slow cooker. It's a lot easier. Just set it and forget it.

Provided by Sandy Lafleur

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 17h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans
4 cups water, or more as needed
½ cup molasses
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon dry mustard
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ pound salt pork, thinly sliced
1 onion, sliced

Steps:

  • Place the navy beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours to overnight. Drain and transfer beans to a pot; add enough water to cover beans.
  • Bring water to a boil, reduce heat, cover pot, and simmer until beans are slightly tender, about 1 hour.
  • Mix 4 cups water, molasses, brown sugar, salt, mustard, and pepper together in a bowl until smooth.
  • Mix beans, salt pork, and onion together in a slow cooker. Add molasses mixture and more water to cover beans if needed; stir well.
  • Cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.3 calories, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 13.9 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 508.2 mg, Sugar 17.4 g

BEST IN THE WEST BAKED BEANS



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I think I clipped this recipe out of the newspaper years ago. It is always a huge hit at picnics, barbecues and get togethers. It's a nice change from the more traditional baked beans. I can't even begin to guess how many times I have handed out the recipe.

Provided by Bobbie

Categories     Beans

Time 1h30m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb extra lean ground beef
1 lb bacon, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons yellow mustard
4 tablespoons molasses
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon pepper
2 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained
2 (16 ounce) cans pork and beans
2 (16 ounce) cans lima beans, drained

Steps:

  • Brown beef, bacon and onion in large skillet. Drain.
  • Combine all ingredients except beans, mix well.
  • Add beans and stir gently.
  • Bake one hour in a 325 to 350 oven (or until hot a bubbly).
  • This recipe can easily be cut in half since it makes a rather large batch. I only use half the bacon. If you would like, you could add some more beef if cutting back on the bacon.

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.

Tips:

  • Soak the beans overnight. This will help them cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
  • Use a variety of beans. This will give your baked beans a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Add some aromatics to the pot. This could include onions, garlic, celery, carrots, or bay leaves.
  • Use a good quality barbecue sauce. This is the key to great baked beans.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make baked beans, so feel free to get creative and try new things.

Conclusion:

Baked beans are a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great source of protein and fiber, and they can be easily made ahead of time. Whether you are making them for a potluck, a barbecue, or a simple weeknight meal, baked beans are sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dish to make, give baked beans a try.

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