Description
Indulge in the comforting and delicious world of Brown Sugar and Turkey Bacon Baked Beans. This semi-homemade dish offers a delightful blend of sweet and smoky flavors that will have your taste buds dancing. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or cozy family dinners, this recipe is both easy to prepare and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. By using turkey bacon, you enjoy all the rich flavor without the extra fat, making it a healthier option for any meal. Gather around the table with friends and family to savor this hearty side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can stand alone as a fulfilling vegetarian option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 slices Turkey Bacon (diced)
- 1 yellow onion (finely diced)
- 1/2 green bell pepper (finely diced)
- 54 oz can beef and beans (or 4 (15.5 oz each) cans)
- 4 Tbsp ketchup
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 2 tsp dry mustard
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon halfway until crispy, then chop into small pieces.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F.
- In a deep skillet, sauté the onion and green pepper in turkey bacon grease over medium heat until softened.
- Stir all remaining ingredients into the skillet and simmer for one minute.
- Grease a baking dish, pour in the bean mixture, and top with cooked turkey bacon.
- Bake for 2-3 hours, adjusting time based on desired consistency.
- Let cool for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg