3 Bean Casserole Bourbon Beans Recipe

Ingredients for 3 Bean Casserole Bourbon Beans

• Bacon
• Onion
• Baked Beans
• 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• Baby Lima Beans
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup bourbon
• Salt And Pepper

How to Make 3 Bean Casserole Bourbon Beans

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook 1/2 lb bacon until crisp. Remove from pan, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
3. Add 1 medium chopped onion to the bacon grease and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
4. In a large bowl, combine: 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can butter beans (drained and rinsed), 1 cup cooked brown rice, 1/2 cup bourbon, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
5. Add the cooked bacon and sautéed onions to the bean mixture.
6. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
7. Let the casserole stand at room temperature for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
8. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
9. Bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through. The top might brown slightly.