Bacon and Brown Sugar Baked Beans

These Bacon and Brown Sugar Baked Beans come out tasting sweet, savory and a touch salty. This is the perfect combination in a meal that your whole family is going to love. One would not normally consider Baked Beans to be a complete meal. However, these are loaded with Bacon and green bell pepper with onion.

The perfect combination and a delight to eat. The kids are going to think you have lost your mind letting them eat so much sweetness for a meal. Little do they understand that there really is not that much sugar in the dish.

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Why will I love this recipe?

This recipe is a simple one to make, and it is utterly delicious. The pickiest eaters are going to love the dinner when you serve this meal.

Is this recipe versatile at all?

It is! You could add cubed ham to add more protein. You can cut back on the amount of sugar. You could also add a variety of beans to increase the fiber content.

Ingredients:

• Thick-cut maple bacon
• Seasoning salt
• Molasses
• Sweet onion
• Green bell pepper
• Maple baked beans
• Ketchup
• Dried mustard
• Apple cider vinegar
• Brown sugar

How to make Bacon and Brown Sugar Baked Beans

Cook the bacon halfway through in any way you prefer to prepare it.

Once cooked halfway, remove and place onto a paper towel to help remove any excess grease.

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.

Heat bacon grease in a deep skillet or a dutch oven on the stove over medium to high heat.

Add in the sweet onion and green bell pepper. Cook until tender, about five minutes.

Once you saute the onion and pepper add in the remaining ingredients excluding the maple bacon.

Mix everything together thoroughly and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.

Place bacon slices on top and put the entire dish into the oven.

Cook for approximately 2-3 hours depending on your desired consistency.

Once baked, removed from the oven to cool. Enjoy!

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Can the Bacon and Brown Sugar Baked Beans be reheated?

Yes, the beans can be reheated. Simply place them into a saucepan and heat until heated through. You could also use the microwave to reheat the beans to the desired temperature.

How do I store the leftovers?

Once the Bacon and Brown Sugar Baked Beans have cooled to room temperature, they can be placed into an airtight container. You can store the beans in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Can the Bacon and Brown Sugar Baked Beans be frozen?

You can freeze these baked beans. They need to be cooled completely first, then placed into a freezer-safe container. You can store them in the freezer for up to 3 months.