Name: Delicious and Easy Bar-B-Q Baked Beans Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Ingredients: 2 cans (15.5 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 can (15.5 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed; 1 can (15.5 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup diced bacon; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1/4 cup molasses; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons mustard; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Salt and black pepper to taste

Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of homemade Bar-B-Q Baked Beans! This recipe combines the richness of barbeque sauce with the heartiness of beans to create a satisfying side dish or main course. It's perfect for backyard barbeques, potlucks, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests with a delicious and comforting dish. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes and a blend of flavorful ingredients, these baked beans are sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

2 cans (15.5 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15.5 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15.5 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup diced bacon
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup molasses
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons mustard
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the bacon grease and cook until translucent and lightly caramelized.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked onions, crispy bacon, drained and rinsed kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly combined.
Transfer the bean mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the beans are hot and bubbling, and the top is slightly crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the beans cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the Bar-B-Q Baked Beans hot as a side dish or as a main course with cornbread or rice. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Baked beans have been popular in American cuisine for centuries, with origins tracing back to Native American and Colonial times.

The addition of barbeque sauce gives the traditional baked beans a smoky and tangy twist, enhancing the overall flavor profile.

The combination of different types of beans adds texture and creates a more satisfying dish.

Leftover Bar-B-Q Baked Beans can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop for quick and convenient meals.