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Beer Baked Beans Recipe

Fall-apart tender, smoky beer baked beans simmered low and slow in your crockpot! This easy recipe is perfect for potlucks, game day, or a cozy weeknight meal. The rich beer adds incredible depth of flavor, while the simple ingredients create a crowd-pleasing dish everyone will love. Get ready for the most delicious baked beans you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 190 mins
Calories 296 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Beer Baked Beans

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Ingredients for Beer Baked Beans

  • Vidalia Onion
  • Green Pepper
  • Brown Sugar Baked Beans
  • Hamburger
  • Barbecue Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • Ketchup
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • Maple Syrup
  • 1 cup beer (stout or porter recommended)

How to Make Beer Baked Beans

  1. Sauté one medium onion, chopped, and one bell pepper (any color), chopped, in 2 tablespoons of butter until softened (about 5 minutes).
  2. In your crockpot, combine the sautéed onion and pepper with 1 (15-ounce) can of kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15-ounce) can of pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15-ounce) can of baked beans, 1 cup of your favorite beer (stout or porter recommended), 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of molasses, 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon of mustard, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder.
  3. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened.
  5. Before serving, taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Consider adding a dash of hot sauce for extra kick!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

82g

Fat

9g

Carbs

15g

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