Delicious Skillet Baked Beans - A Classic American Side Dish

Enjoy the rich flavors of homemade baked beans with this easy skillet recipe. Simmered with bacon, onions, and a blend of sweet and tangy ingredients, these beans are perfect for a backyard barbecue or a cozy weeknight dinner. Serve them alongside grilled meats or enjoy them on their own for a comforting and hearty dish. Make a big batch as they taste even better the next day!

Ingredients

• 6 slices of bacon, diced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) of navy beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy.
2. Remove the bacon from the skillet, leaving the fat behind. Set aside some crispy bacon bits for garnish.
3. In the same skillet with the bacon fat, add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
4. Add the drained navy beans to the skillet and stir to combine.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Pour the sauce over the beans and stir well to coat.
6. Reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. While the beans are simmering, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
8. After 30 minutes of simmering, transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
9. Remove the skillet from the oven and garnish with the reserved crispy bacon bits.
10. Let the skillet baked beans cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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