Barbecue Pit Bbq Beans Recipe

These award-winning BBQ beans are bursting with smoky flavor and a touch of spicy kick! Perfect for potlucks, game day, or a weeknight family meal, even picky eaters will love them. This easy recipe simmers to perfection in your slow cooker or oven, resulting in tender beans with a rich, tangy barbecue sauce. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 95 mins
Calories 337.2 kcal
Protein 18g
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Ingredients for Barbecue Pit Bbq Beans

  • Pork And Beans
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Dark Molasses
  • Chili Sauce
  • Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 jalapeño pepper (finely diced, seeds removed for less heat)
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

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How to Make Barbecue Pit Bbq Beans

  1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 large onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 1 jalapeño pepper (finely diced, seeds removed for less heat), 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 cup BBQ sauce, 1 cup beef broth, 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional).
  2. Transfer the mixture to a large oven-safe dish or slow cooker.
  3. **Slow Cooker:** Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, or until beans are tender and sauce has thickened. **Oven:** Cover and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 90-105 minutes, or until beans are tender and sauce has thickened.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

139g

Fat

5g

Carbs

24g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Barbecue Pit Bbq Beans?

Barbecue Pit Bbq Beans takes about 115 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 95 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Barbecue Pit Bbq Beans?

Barbecue Pit Bbq Beans has approximately 337.2 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 24 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Barbecue Pit Bbq Beans?

The key ingredients for Barbecue Pit Bbq Beans are Pork And Beans, Brown Sugar, Worcestershire Sauce, Dark Molasses, Chili Sauce, Vinegar. See the full list with measurements above.

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