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Backwoods Idaho Thick And Hearty Smoky Baked Beans Recipe

A hearty, smoky baked bean recipe inspired by the lumberjack traditions of North Idaho! This thick and filling dish is perfect for a crowd, featuring tender beans, savory bacon, and juicy hamburger, all simmered to perfection. Serve alongside grilled steak or chicken and Idaho potato salad for a truly unforgettable meal. Get ready for a taste of the rugged North Idaho wilderness!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 566 kcal
Protein 67g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Backwoods Idaho Thick And Hearty Smoky Baked Beans 90

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Backwoods Idaho Thick And Hearty Smoky Baked Beans

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 0 White Vinegar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans pork and beans
  • 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans
  • 0 Small White Beans
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons bacon grease

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How to Make Backwoods Idaho Thick And Hearty Smoky Baked Beans

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef and 1 medium onion (chopped) in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off excess grease.
  2. Dice 6 slices of bacon and cook in the same skillet until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
  3. In a very large bowl, combine: 2 (15-ounce) cans of baked beans, 1 (15-ounce) can of kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 cup of brown sugar, ½ cup of molasses, ¼ cup of ketchup, 2 tablespoons of yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon of liquid smoke, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper.
  4. Stir in the cooked ground beef, onion, and crispy bacon. Mix well.
  5. Pour the bean mixture into a greased 11x15 inch baking pan.
  6. Cover with foil and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 2 hours, or until heated through and bubbly.
  7. Remove foil during the last 15 minutes of baking to allow the top to brown slightly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

59 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

20g

Carbs

29g

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