Cookout Side: Easy Baked Beans

Cookout season is here and that means burgers, buns, and another classic summer favorite—beans! Though some people have a baked bean recipe that they like to use each year, others don’t know how to make baked beans. If you are one of these people and are in need of some quick baked beans, try this easy baked beans recipe!
 
 
This recipe for baked beans is definitely quick, easy, and traditional. It will definitely come in handy because baked beans are such a summer classic! The added bonus of this delicious recipe for baked beans is that the kids will love it!
 
Ingredients
  • 2 cans (1 lb.) pork & beans
  • 3 slices of bacon, finely chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp. dry mustard
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup molasses
Directions
To prepare this recipe for baked beans, first preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Then, grab a large bowl and mix all of the ingredients in it. Next, pour this mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish. Bake for one hour, and you’re ready to enjoy these easy baked beans!

If you want to make the option vegetarian-friendly, skip the meat altogether or replace it with imitation meat, like “veggie bacon,” which can be found at most grocery stores. You’ll find this in the vegetarian, refrigerated, or frozen sections of markets from brands like Morningstar Farms. You might even consider always substituting “facon” for bacon, as this meatless variety is much lower in fat.

If you’re in the mood for a cold bean salad, try this recipe for Thai Black Bean Salad. This unique bean salad can be made in place of or in addition to traditional baked beans. No matter how you decide to prepare beans for your barbecue, remember that they are always a tasty, nutritious, and easy option, which definitely makes them a go-to side dish!
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