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Cowboy Baked Beans

Irresistibly Smoky Cowboy Baked Beans You'll Love

Enjoy these Cowboy Baked Beans, a delicious blend of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 2 cans Canned Baked Beans Feel free to try homemade varieties if desired.
  • 4 oz Bacon Adds smoky richness; can substitute with smoked tempeh or mushrooms.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Sautéed to sweetness; can substitute with shallots or green onions.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness.
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce Can use homemade version.
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup Adds moisture and sweetness.
  • 2 tbsp Mustard Regular or Dijon works well.
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Essential for umami flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be substituted.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Key for comforting aroma.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon until crispy, about 7-10 minutes.
  3. Sauté finely chopped onion in remaining bacon fat for about 5 minutes, until translucent.
  4. Combine baked beans, bacon, onions, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  5. Transfer mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 8gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize flavors by adding bell peppers or jalapeños for crunch. Adjust sweetness by modifying brown sugar to taste.

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