đ˛Â Sweet, Smoky & Irresistibly Tender
These arenât your average baked beans! Simmered low and slow with brown sugar, molasses, and crispy bacon, this dish is a crowd-pleaser with deep, caramelized flavorâall made easy with canned beans. Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or cozy dinners.
đ Ingredients
Ingredient | Amount |
---|---|
Canned pork and beans | 4 cans (15 oz each) |
Bacon (cooked, crumbled) | 1 package (about 8 oz) |
Green bell pepper | ½ pepper, finely diced |
Yellow onion | 1 medium, chopped |
Molasses | Âź cup (4 tbsp) |
Ketchup | Âź cup (4 tbsp) |
Brown sugar | â cup (packed) |
Yellow mustard | 2 tbsp |
Apple cider vinegar | Âź cup |
đŠâđł Instructions
1ď¸âŁÂ Combine Everything
In a slow cooker, mix all ingredients except bacon. Stir well to blend the sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors.
2ď¸âŁÂ Slow Cook to Perfection
Cover and cook on LOW for 5â6 hours (or HIGH for 3 hours), stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the taste!
3ď¸âŁÂ Add the Bacon
Right before serving, fold in half the crumbled bacon for flavor, then sprinkle the rest on top for a crispy finish.
4ď¸âŁÂ Serve & Savor
Pair with grilled meats, burgers, or cornbread. Tastes even better the next day!
đĄ Pro Tips & Twists
đĽÂ Smoky Upgrade: Use Dijon mustard + ½ tsp smoked paprika.
đśď¸Â Spicy Kick: Add 1 tbsp minced jalapeĂąos or 1 tsp chipotle powder.
đ Maple Love: Replace brown sugar with ½ cup pure maple syrup.
đĽÂ Bourbon Twist: Stir in 2 tbsp bourbon with the molasses.
*Want a from-scratch version? Swap canned beans for 6 cups cooked navy beans!*
Let me know if youâd like adjustmentsâthis recipe is endlessly adaptable! đ
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