Sweet And Smoky Barbecue Beans Recipe

Name: Sweet And Smoky Barbecue Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 slice bacon; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 2 teaspoons garlic, minced; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 cup water; 1/4 cup dark brown sugar (packed); 2 tablespoons dark molasses; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 3/4 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini, rinsed, drained (white kidney beans); 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed, drained; 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed, drained

Servings: persons

1 slice bacon
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup water
1/4 cup dark brown sugar (packed)
2 tablespoons dark molasses
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini, rinsed, drained (white kidney beans)
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed, drained
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed, drained

1
Cook bacon in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp.
2
Drain bacon on paper towels.
3
Chop bacon; reserve.
4
Pour off all but 2 teaspoons drippings from skillet.
5
Heat drippings in same skillet over medium heat.
6
Add onion and saute until golden, about 5 minutes.
7
Add garlic; stir 1 minute.
8
Add tomato sauce, 1 cup water, sugar, molasses, vinegar and mustard and bring to boil.
9
Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, stirring often.
10
Stir in all beans and bacon and bring to boil.
11
Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5 minutes to blend flavors.
12
Uncover and simmer until mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
13
Season with salt and pepper.

179

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* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 slice bacon, 1/2 cup onion, chopped, 2 teaspoons garlic, minced, 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Smoky Barbecue Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sweet And Smoky Barbecue Beans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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