Gates Sons Kc Barbecue Beans

Elevate your next barbecue feast with Gates Sons KC Barbecue Beans, a rich and smoky side dish inspired by Kansas City’s legendary BBQ flavors. This irresistible recipe combines tender baked beans with the perfect balance of sweet brown sugar, tangy ketchup, and bold barbecue sauce, enhanced by sautéed onions, green bell pepper, and crispy cooked bacon. A dash of smoked paprika and garlic powder adds a subtle depth of flavor, making these beans a standout accompaniment to grilled meats or hearty mains. Ready in just over an hour, this easy, oven-baked dish offers the perfect blend of savory and sweet, capturing the essence of authentic Kansas City barbecue. Whether you’re hosting a summer cookout or cozying up indoors, these barbecue beans are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 32 ounces Canned baked beans
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
• 0.25 cup Barbecue sauce (preferably Gates BBQ Sauce or similar)
• 1 small Onion
• 0.5 Green bell pepper
• 4 slices Cooked bacon, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Finely dice the onion and green bell pepper.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned baked beans, brown sugar, ketchup, yellow mustard, barbecue sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 4

In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and green bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the sautéed vegetables and the chopped bacon to the bean mixture. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbling and thickened slightly.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the beans rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish with your favorite barbecue meats or grilled items.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1387.4 grams (1387.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1846

Total Fat 30.60g	39%
Saturated Fat 9.30g	47%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 5951mg	259%
Total Carbohydrate 346.70g	126%
Dietary Fiber 39.90g	143%
Total Sugars 198.40g
Protein 68.50g	137%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 568mg	44%
Iron 17mg	95%
Potassium 3801mg	81%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.2%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 71.6%