Tailgator's Baked Beans Recipe

Name: Tailgator's Baked Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 pounds bacon; 6 onions; 1/4 cup ground black pepper; Kosher salt; 1/4 cup chili powder; 6 cup BBQ sauce, your favorite; 1 1/2 cups yellow mustard; 1 1/2 cups molasses; 1 (10-pound) can kidney beans; 1 (10-pound) can great Northern beans; 1 (10-pound) can pork and beans

Servings: persons

1
Dice the bacon and the onions.
2
Place the bacon and onion in a large pot on top of the grill on medium heat.
3
Cook until bacon is rendered and onions are translucent.
4
Add the black pepper, kosher salt and chili powder.
5
In a bowl, mix the BBQ sauce, yellow mustard and molasses.
6
Then add to the bacon mixture.
7
Drain kidney beans and great Northern beans and rinse.
8
Add the beans to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
9
Transfer to individual 1/3-inch deep pans.
10
To finish beans place in smoker uncovered for 45 minutes at 250 degrees F. Serve immediately.

3900

kcal

Calories

290

Fat

Carbs

264

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 pounds bacon, 6 onions, 1/4 cup ground black pepper, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Tailgator's Baked Beans falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tailgator's Baked Beans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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