Name: Southern-Style Baked Beans With Bacon
Yield: 10 - 12
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 2 28-oz. cans plain pork n’ beans; ½ cup ketchup; ½ cup barbeque sauce; ¼ cup brown sugar; 1 tbsp yellow mustard; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; A few drops Liquid Smoke (optional); ¼ tsp garlic powder; ¼ tsp pepper; 5-6 slices thick, center-cut bacon

A classic Southern-Style Baked Beans recipe made with brown sugar topped with crispy bacon!

There are the recipes that call for cooking the bacon first and crumbling it on top. But, as I’ve said many, many times around here, ain’t nobody got time for that.

So here’s what I do! I mix up my very favorite baked beans then top them with a gozillion nuggets of bacon that crisp up and work their magic while the beans are cooking.

End result? Bacon for everyone!

TO MAKE SOUTHERN-STYLE BAKED BEAN, YOU WILL NEED

2 28-oz. cans plain pork n’ beans
½ cup ketchup
½ cup barbeque sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
A few drops Liquid Smoke (optional)
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon pepper
5-6 slices thick, center-cut bacon

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

HOW DO YOU MAKE SOUTHERN-STYLE BAKED BEAN?

Step 1: Combine ketchup, barbeque sauce, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, liquid Smoke, garlic and pepper in a medium-sized bowl then mix well; set aside

Step 2: Open each can of beans and pour off all the standing liquid in the top of the can. Discard liquid then add beans to the ketchup mixture.

Step 3: Mix beans gently with the ketchup mixture until thoroughly combined then pour into a shallow 2-quart baking dish.

Step 4: Cut bacon into ½ inch pieces then place pieces evenly in a single layer on top of beans.

I like to kinda crumple each piece a bit instead of laying them flat – like little inchworms (the cute ride-on toys from the 80’s not actual worms).

Step 5: Bake beans, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 1 to 1.5 hours or until bacon is cooked through and starting to crisp.

Step 6: Serve and enjoy your freshly made Southern-Style Baked Beans!

RECIPE NOTES AND HELPFUL TIPS:

Be sure to keep the cans upright until you’re ready to cook. You want all the liquid to settle on top so you can pour it off.

If you can’t find thick center-cut bacon, just buy thick then trim off the fatty ends.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Yield: 10-12 | Estimate the nutritional information for each serving:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FQAs):

1. How do I store these Southern-Style Baked Beans?

These beans keep fresh (and completely delicious) if kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. They’ve never lasted longer than that at my house, but they’re probably still good for another week after that.

2. How do I reheat these bean?

If you’re heating up a whole batch, preheat the oven at 375°F. Cover beans with foil and bake in an oven-safe dish. Depending on how much you’re re-heating, it should take 30-45 minutes to get hot all the way through.

3. Can I make these Southern-Style Baked Beans ahead of time?

Absolutely! Baked beans often taste even better the next day. Reheat them on the stovetop or in the oven.

4. Can I use turkey bacon instead of regular bacon?

Yes, you can use turkey bacon for a leaner option. Keep in mind that the flavor may vary slightly.

5. How can I make this Southern-Style Baked Beans less sweet?

Reduce the amount of sugar or use a less sweet barbecue sauce. You can also add a bit of vinegar for a tangier flavor.

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Southern-Style Baked Beans With Bacon

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Serves: 10 - 12 Prep Time: 10 Mins Cooking Time: 1 Hour

Nutrition facts: calories fat

Rating: 5.0/5

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Ingredients

2 28-oz. cans plain pork n’ beans
½ cup ketchup
½ cup barbeque sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
A few drops Liquid Smoke (optional)
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp pepper
5-6 slices thick, center-cut bacon

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