Quick Southern-Style Baked Beans from Pioneer Woman
Delicious Quick Southern Style Baked Beans from Pioneer Woman! Southern Style Baked Beans – This recipe makes the perfect side dish for so many meals!
- Prep Time: :20
- Cook Time: 2:00
- Total Time: 2:20
- Yield: 18 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Southern US
Ingredients
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- 8 slices bacon, halved
- 1 medium onion, cut into small dice
- 1/2 medium green pepper, cut into small dice
- 3 large cans (28 ounces each) pork and beans
- 3/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup distilled or cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons dry mustard or 2 tablespoons Dijon
Instructions
- Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and heat oven to 325 degrees.
- Fry bacon in large, deep sauté pan skillet until bacon has partially cooked and released about 1/4 cup drippings. Remove bacon from pan and drain on paper towels.
- Add onions and peppers to drippings in pan and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add beans and remaining ingredients bring to a simmer. (If skillet is not large enough, add beans and heat to a simmer then transfer to a large bowl and stir in remaining ingredients).
- Pour flavored beans into a greased 13-by 9-inch (or similar size) ovenproof pan.
- Top with bacon, then bake until beans are bubbly and sauce is the consistency of pancake syrup, about 2 hours.
- Let stand to thicken slightly and serve.
Notes
- Baked beans are high in protein, fiber, other nutrients, and beneficial plant compounds. They may improve gut health and cholesterol levels. Baked beans made with minimal sugars and moderate in salt can be a very nutritious addition to a balanced diet.