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Sweet-Salty Baked Beans

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A quick and comforting baked beans recipe using pantry staples, perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cans baked beans Canned baked beans work best for this recipe
  • 1 cup brown sugar Adjust sweetness to your preference
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion Fresh or frozen onion can be used
  • 1/4 cup cooked bacon or ham, chopped Optional; can substitute with other cooked meats or vegetarian smoked tofu
  • 1 tablespoon mustard Yellow or Dijon adds a bright tang
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop the onion and dice the cooked bacon or ham if using.
  2. Open the cans of baked beans and measure your brown sugar, ketchup, and mustard.
Cooking
  1. Heat a medium saucepan over medium. Add a teaspoon of oil and sauté the onion until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. If using bacon, add it to the pan for a minute to re-crisp and bloom the fat.
  2. Lower the heat and add the baked beans, brown sugar, ketchup, and mustard to the pan. Stir until everything is combined.
  3. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Let the beans cook, stirring occasionally, for 10–15 minutes. This melds flavors and slightly thickens the sauce. If the mixture looks too thick, stir in a tablespoon or two of water.
  4. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Baking (Alternative Method)
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine everything in an ovenproof dish, cover with foil, and bake 20–25 minutes. For a crusted top, remove foil and bake an additional 5–10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 580mgFiber: 8gSugar: 20g

Notes

Beans often taste better the next day when flavors have melded. Can be stored in refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
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