Delicious and Flavorful Homemade BBQ Beans

Learn how to make the best BBQ beans with this simple and flavorful recipe. These beans are slow-cooked in a smoky and tangy barbecue sauce, resulting in a rich and hearty side dish that complements any BBQ feast. With a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, these beans are a crowd favorite. Prepare to impress your friends and family with these mouthwatering homemade BBQ beans.

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried pinto beans
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Step 1: Rinse the pinto beans under cold water and remove any debris or stones. Place the beans in a large pot and cover with water. Let them soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.
2. Step 2: Drain the soaked beans and rinse them again. In the same pot, add the diced onion, minced garlic, green bell pepper, and jalapeno. Sauté over medium heat until the vegetables are tender.
3. Step 3: Add the soaked and rinsed beans back to the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Pour in enough water to cover the beans by a couple of inches. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the beans simmer for about 1 hour or until they are tender, stirring occasionally.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to form a thick sauce.
5. Step 5: Pour the barbecue sauce over the cooked beans, stirring to coat them evenly. Add the crumbled bacon and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer the beans, uncovered, for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Step 6: Serve the YoYo's BBQ beans hot as a delightful side dish to grilled meats or as a main dish with cornbread. Enjoy the smoky, tangy, and rich flavors of these homemade BBQ beans!

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