Ingredients for Baked Beans With A Zing
- 1 (15-ounce) can baked beans
- Apricot Preserves
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- pinch salt
- pinch black pepper
- chopped fresh parsley (garnish)
- chopped green onions (garnish)
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How to Make Baked Beans With A Zing
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 medium onion (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced). Sauté over medium heat for 5 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of baked beans, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra zing!), and 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and flavors have melded.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Consider adding a pinch of salt and black pepper.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
24 g
Sugar
95g
Fat
0g
Carbs
16g