Southern-Style Baked Beans with Bacon
Ingredients
- 2 28-oz. cans plain pork n’ beans
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup barbeque sauce- kenders blackberry chipotle
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
- A few drops Liquid Smoke
optional
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 5-6 slices thick
center-cut bacon
Directions
- 1
Combine ketchup, barbeque sauce, brown sugar, mustard, worcestershire sauce, Liquid Smoke, garlic and pepper in a medium-sized bowl then mix well; set aside.
- 2
Open each can of beans and pour off all the standing liquid in the top of the can. Discard liquid then add beans to the ketchup mixture. Mix beans gently with the ketchup mixture until thoroughly combined then pour into a shallow 2-quart baking dish.
- 3
Cut bacon into 1/2 inch pieces then place pieces evenly in a single layer on top of beans. I like to kinda crumple each piece a bit instead of laying them flat – like little inchworms (the cute ride-on toys from the 80’s not actual worms).
- 4
Bake beans, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 1 to 1.5 hours or until bacon is cooked through and starting to crisp.
Southern-Style Baked Beans with Bacon
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About this Recipe
Craving that unmistakable taste of a backyard barbecue, even when the grill isn't fired up? These Southern-Style Baked Beans with Bacon are the ultimate comforting side, delivering deep, sweet, and smoky flavors that capture the heart of classic home cooking.
What makes these baked beans truly shine is the thoughtful blend of pantry staples that create a rich, complex sauce. The generous addition of brown sugar brings a signature sweetness, perfectly balanced by the tang of ketchup, the unique smoky depth of Kenders Blackberry Chipotle barbecue sauce, and a hint of zesty yellow mustard and Worcestershire sauce. The optional touch of Liquid Smoke enhances that campfire aroma, all crowned by savory, thick, center-cut bacon.
Prepare for a hearty side dish that's bursting with flavor. Each spoonful offers tender beans coated in a luscious, slightly sticky sauce—a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and subtly smoky notes. The robust flavor profile is punctuated by the irresistible savory crunch of crispy bacon on top, adding a textural contrast that makes every bite satisfying. These baked beans are pure comfort food, ideal for soaking up the flavors of summer or warming you up on a cooler day.
While this recipe delivers a classic Southern taste, you can easily make it your own. If Kenders Blackberry Chipotle barbecue sauce isn't on hand, feel free to use your favorite regional barbecue sauce to impart a different nuance. You can also adjust the amount of brown sugar slightly to suit your preferred level of sweetness. For a less intense smoky flavor, simply omit the Liquid Smoke entirely.
These irresistible Southern-Style Baked Beans with Bacon are the quintessential accompaniment to any casual meal, from Sunday dinners to potlucks and holiday gatherings. They pair beautifully with grilled meats, fried chicken, or simply as a satisfying dish on their own.