barbecue beans

New Orleans, LA
Updated on Aug 6, 2012

The use of bacon fat in this recipe is essential - would be flat without it. You can make those canned generic beans become 'special' with these additions. I am always asked to bring these to a barbecue. Enjoy!

prep time 20 Min
cook time 45 Min
method ---
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 cans pork and beans
  • 1/2 large yellow onion
  • 1/5 pound bacon
  • 2 tablespoons liquid hickory smoke
  • 6 tablespoons brown sugar, firmly packed

How To Make barbecue beans

  • Step 1
    Cut bacon into little pieces and saute until lightly browned. Do Not discard grease.
  • Step 2
    Dice onion and add to pan with bacon and fat. Saute lightly until onions are translucent, but not browned.
  • Step 3
    Add the beans, the brown sugar and liquid smoke to pot. Stir to combine. Let cook over medium low fire for about 30 minutes. Serve and enjoy.

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