The Best Homemade Baked Beans Recipe Ever!

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A close-up of a spoonful of finished baked beans recipe is held above a casserole dish brimming with more beans. They’re coated in a rich, savory sauce, with hints of cooked onions and peppers visible. The dish rests elegantly on a white cloth.

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The Best Homemade Baked Beans Recipe Ever!

This homemade baked beans recipe brings the perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors that will make you forget all about the canned variety.

Prep Time20

Cook Time3

Total Time3 20

Servings:

Calories: 125kcal

Author: Melissa Griffiths

Ingredients

80 ounces canned pork and beans
⅓ pound bacon
1 large green bell pepper diced
1 large onion diced
¾ cup brown sugar
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon yellow mustard

Instructions

Begin by partially draining the pork and beans – keep about ⅓ of the liquid in the cans. An easy method is to place the opened lid back on the can, hold it down, and drain for about 10 seconds. Transfer the beans to a large mixing bowl.
Dice the bacon into small pieces and cook in a skillet over medium-high heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain, keeping the bacon grease in the skillet.
Using the same hot skillet with the bacon grease, sauté the diced bell pepper and onion until tender, approximately 8 minutes.
Add the cooked vegetables and crispy bacon to the bowl with the beans.
Pour in the brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and yellow mustard. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
Transfer the mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover tightly with foil.
Bake at 300°F for 3 hours.
Remove from oven and serve while hot.

Notes

Just get as close as you can to 80 ounces of beans - it's hard to find the perfect size to reach the exact number!
When doubling the recipe, use two separate 9x13 pans rather than one larger, deeper dish. This ensures the beans cook evenly and develop the right texture.
This recipe is ideal for the slow cooker. Combine all the ingredients and cook on low for 4-5 hours.
If preparing ahead, cook the bacon extra crispy as it will continue to soften slightly when stored in the bean mixture.
Make sure to cook the beans for the full 3 hours to develop fully and create a thick, rich sauce.

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