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Baked Beans

Cultural Context

Baked beans have roots in Native American cuisine and were popularized in colonial New England. Traditionally, they were slow-cooked with molasses and pork, making them a staple at family gatherings and barbecues. Today, variations abound, with recipes incorporating different meats, spices, and even vegetarian options, making them a beloved dish in many cultures.

AmericanZWside
60 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound bacon
2 (28 oz) cans baked beans
1 (12 oz) bottle chili sauce
1 large sweet onion
2 cups packed brown sugar

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while smoked sausage adds a similar flavor.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while white sugar is more economical.

apple cider vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Lemon juice provides acidity with fewer calories, while white vinegar is less expensive.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2

Place 1 pound of bacon into a large deep skillet and cook over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 5 to 7 minutes per side.

3

Drain the bacon on paper towels, then cool slightly and chop or crumble.

4

In a large bowl, add 2 (28 oz) cans of baked beans, 1 (12 oz) bottle of chili sauce, 1 large chopped sweet onion, and 2 cups of packed brown sugar.

5

Mix the ingredients together to combine.

6

Transfer the mixture to a 9 by 13 inch casserole dish or return it to the cast iron skillet.

7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

large deep skilletlarge bowl9 by 13 inch casserole dishcast iron skilletpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Allergens

soygluten

Also Known As

Boston Baked BeansSouthern Baked Beans

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