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Bbq Red Beans Recipe

Spice up your life with these BBQ Red Beans! A fiery blend of smoky BBQ sauce, tender beans, and savory sausage, this recipe delivers a delicious tang with a hint of vinegar. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a backyard barbecue, these beans are sure to become a family favorite. Easily customizable to your spice preference, this recipe offers a hearty and flavorful experience. Get ready for a taste explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 378.4 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bbq Red Beans

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 slices bacon, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/2 cup ale
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon dry rub seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 (15-ounce) cans pink beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup beef broth (optional substitute for ale)
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 pound browned ground pork sausage
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda (optional)
  • cayenne pepper (to taste, starting with 1/4 teaspoon)
  • kidney beans (alternate for pink beans)

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How to Make Bbq Red Beans

  1. In a 6- to 10-quart pot or Dutch oven, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  2. Add 4 slices of bacon, diced, 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 stalks of celery, chopped. Sauté until vegetables are softened, about 15 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce, 1/2 cup ale (or beef broth), 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon dry rub seasoning, 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to a simmer and stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste.
  6. Simmer the sauce, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.
  7. Add 4 (15-ounce) cans of kidney beans (or pink beans), drained and rinsed, 2 (15-ounce) cans of diced tomatoes, undrained, and 1/2 pound of browned ground pork sausage. Add 1 teaspoon baking soda (optional).
  8. Simmer, stirring frequently, for at least 1 hour, or until beans are tender. Adjust cayenne pepper to your desired spice level (start with 1/4 teaspoon and add more to taste).
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

98g

Fat

11g

Carbs

22g

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