Baked Beans With Bacon Breadcrumbs Recipe

Name: Baked Beans With Bacon Breadcrumbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 8 ounces smoked ham or tasso, diced; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups ketchup; 1 cup (packed) light brown sugar; 3/4 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses; 1/2 cup whole grain mustard; 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 3 15-ounce cans navy beans, drained, rinsed; 4 ounces bacon (4-5 slices); 1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 ounces smoked ham or tasso, diced
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups ketchup
1 cup (packed) light brown sugar
3/4 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses
1/2 cup whole grain mustard
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
3 15-ounce cans navy beans, drained, rinsed
4 ounces bacon (4-5 slices)
1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Heat oil in a large heavy wide pot over high heat; add ham, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until onion caramelizes, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add ketchup, next 6 ingredients, and 4 cups water to pot; season to taste with salt and pepper. Let sauce simmer until slightly thickened, 10-15 minutes. Stir beans into sauce.
2
Cover and bake beans until juices are bubbly and thickened, about 2 hours.
3
Meanwhile, place bacon slices on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast in oven until crisp, 10-15 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Let bacon cool and reserve 1 tablespoon bacon drippings separately.
4
Coarsely crumble bacon; place in a food processor with reserved drippings and panko; pulse until bacon is finely chopped. Season with salt and pepper.
5
Remove beans from oven. Preheat broiler. Sprinkle beans with bacon breadcrumbs. Broil, uncovered, until crumbs are golden brown, 8-10 minutes.

911

kcal

Calories

Fat

142

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 8 ounces smoked ham or tasso, diced, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Baked Beans With Bacon Breadcrumbs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Baked Beans With Bacon Breadcrumbs

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