Cowboy Baked Beans
Cowboy Baked Beans is a hearty, flavorful dish that combines the richness of baked beans with the smokiness of bacon and the sweetness of brown sugar and barbecue sauce. This dish is perfect as a side for barbecues or as a meal on its own.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 frying pan
- 1 oven
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 4 cups canned baked beans About 2 cans.
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon About 8 slices.
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon mustard Yellow or Dijon.
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika Optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a frying pan over medium heat, cook the diced onion until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the baked beans, cooked bacon, cooked onion, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika (if using). Mix well until the ingredients are fully combined.
- Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the beans are bubbly and heated through.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- For extra flavor, you can add diced bell peppers or jalapeños to the mixture before baking.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, simply omit the bacon and use a vegetarian-friendly barbecue sauce.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add diced bell peppers or jalapeños to the mixture.
If you prefer a vegetarian version, simply omit the bacon and use a vegetarian-friendly barbecue sauce.
Leftover beans can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and reheated as needed.