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Easy Flavor-Packed Dump-and-Bake Baked Beans Recipe for Perfect BBQ Sides

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A quick and easy dump-and-bake baked beans recipe that combines smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors for a perfect BBQ side dish. This recipe is fuss-free and crowd-pleasing, ideal for summer cookouts and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (15 oz each) Great Northern beans or navy beans, drained and rinsed
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
  3. In the same skillet with bacon fat, sauté the finely chopped onion until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding burning.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to form a smooth sauce.
  5. Add the drained and rinsed beans, cooked bacon, sautéed onion, and garlic to the sauce. Pour in 1/2 cup water and stir gently to combine without mashing the beans.
  6. Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes until the top bubbles and caramelizes lightly around the edges. Optionally, stir gently halfway through baking for even cooking.
  8. If the beans look too dry before baking time is up, add a few tablespoons of water and stir gently.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes to thicken the sauce and deepen flavors.

Notes

For vegetarian version, omit bacon and add 1 teaspoon smoked paprika plus a splash of liquid smoke. For gluten-free, verify Worcestershire sauce or substitute with tamari. Stir halfway through baking for even cooking. Add water if beans dry out. Drizzle extra molasses before serving for a glossy finish. Can be adapted for slow cooker (4-6 hours on low).

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Keywords: baked beans, BBQ side, dump-and-bake, easy recipe, summer cookout, potluck, smoky baked beans, vegetarian option

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