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Barbecue Bean Bake Recipe

Crowd-pleasing BBQ Bean Bake! This hearty recipe from our family cookbook is perfect for your next barbecue or potluck. Easy to assemble despite the long ingredient list, this bake is always a hit. Get ready for tender beans simmered in a rich, smoky barbecue sauce – a flavor explosion your guests will rave about!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 305.3 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Barbecue Bean Bake

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Ingredients for Barbecue Bean Bake

  • Lean Ground Beef
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • Onion
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 1 ½ cups your favorite barbecue sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Prepared Mustard
  • Molasses
  • Chili Powder
  • Pepper
  • Red Kidney Beans
  • Pork And Beans
  • Butter Beans

How to Make Barbecue Bean Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the rinsed and drained kidney beans and pinto beans.
  3. Add the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, chopped onion, and chopped green bell pepper.
  4. Stir in the crumbled bacon, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
  6. Pour the bean mixture into a large, greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Bake for 75 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  8. Serve hot, optionally with cornbread.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

23g

Carbs

10g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation For Large Groups Casseroles Side Dishes Beans Beef Vegetables Oven Stove Top Oamc Freezer Make Ahead Ground Beef Meat Onions Equipment Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less