Southern-Style Baked Beans with Bacon
This hearty Southern-style baked beans dish features rich flavors from a blend of sauces and the savory goodness of bacon, making it a perfect side dish for any occasion.
Equipment
- medium bowl
- 2-quart baking dish
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 cans (28 oz each) plain pork and beans
- 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Few dashes Liquid Smoke (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 5-6 slices thick-cut center bacon
Instructions
- Gather all necessary ingredients.
Preparation:
- In a medium-sized bowl, thoroughly combine the ketchup, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Liquid Smoke, garlic powder, and black pepper; set this mixture aside.
- Drain the beans and dispose of the liquid. Then, Add the beans to the sauce mixture and gently combine. Transfer this mixture into a 2-quart baking dish.
- Cut the bacon into 1/2-inch pieces and distribute evenly over the top of the beans, crumpling them lightly for improved texture.
Cooking:
- Bake uncovered in a preheated oven at 350°F for 1 to 1.5 hours, until the bacon is fully cooked and starts to become crispy.
- Serve the baked beans warm, savoring the flavors of the bacon and sauce together.