Jazzed Up Baked Beans

Bring bold, smoky flavor to the table with these irresistible Jazzed Up Baked Beans, the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. This elevated twist on a classic comfort food features tender baked beans simmered with a rich sauce made from brown sugar, ketchup, molasses, and a kick of hot sauce. Crispy bacon, sautéed onions, green bell peppers, and garlic add layers of depth, while a touch of smoked paprika delivers a subtle, tantalizing smokiness. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep, this one-pan side dish is ideal for barbecues, potlucks, or cozy family dinners. Serve these baked beans warm alongside grilled meats, cornbread, or as a hearty standalone dish—guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 56 oz canned baked beans
• 6 slices bacon
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.25 cups brown sugar
• 0.5 cups ketchup
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• 2 tbsp molasses
• 1 tsp hot sauce
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Once cooled, crumble the bacon and set aside.

Step 3

Drain most of the bacon fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan for added flavor.

Step 4

Finely chop the yellow onion, green bell pepper, and garlic. Add them to the skillet and sauté over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, until softened and fragrant.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, molasses, hot sauce, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to combine into a sauce.

Step 6

Stir in the canned baked beans and crumbled bacon. Combine everything well, ensuring the beans are coated evenly with the sauce.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet or Dutch oven to the preheated oven. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring once halfway through, until the sauce is thickened and bubbly.

Step 8

Remove from the oven, let the beans cool slightly, and serve warm as a side dish or main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2136.7 grams (2136.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2401

Total Fat 24.30g	31%
Saturated Fat 7.20g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 48mg	16%
Sodium 8929mg	388%
Total Carbohydrate 484.60g	176%
Dietary Fiber 67.50g	241%
Total Sugars 242.20g
Protein 93.70g	187%

Vitamin D 8IU	39%
Calcium 921mg	71%
Iron 29mg	162%
Potassium 6349mg	135%

*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: 8.6%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 76.6%