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A bowl of Southern baked beans, rich and saucy

Quick way to grow your Baked Beans (Southern Style)

This recipe delivers a hearty, flavorful side dish perfect for any barbecue or potluck, combining canned baked beans with smoky bacon, aromatic onions, and a tangy-sweet sauce for a truly satisfying Southern-style experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cans canned baked beans
  • 6 slices bacon diced
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
Sauce
  • 0.5 cup ketchup
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Equipment

  • oven-safe baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare an oven-safe baking dish.
  2. Cook the diced bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy.
Cooking
  1. Drain the excess grease from the skillet, leaving a small amount if desired, then add the chopped onion and sauté until softened.
  2. Combine the bacon and onion mixture with the canned baked beans, ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in the baking dish; stir well to combine.
  3. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the beans are bubbly and slightly thickened.
Serving
  1. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving warm.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the bean mixture before baking. Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less brown sugar. These baked beans are a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats or a summer barbecue.