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Crock Pot Baked Beans

The perfect blend of tangy and sweet, these crock pot baked beans are perfect for any BBQ or party! They'll stay warm all evening, but they'll disappear quickly!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 15 minutes
Course: Sides & Vegetables
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 12
Author: Rachel Gurk

Ingredients

  • 1 jar (48 ounces) Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained (or three 15.8 ounce cans)
  • 1 can (15.25 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
  • 6 ounces bacon, cut into ½ -inch chunks (center-cut bacon preferable)
  • ¾ cup ketchup
  • ½ cup packed dark brown sugar (light brown is okay, too)
  • 3 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • salt, as desired

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker or crock pot; stir well.
    1 jar (48 ounces) Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained, 1 can (15.25 ounces) butter beans, rinsed and drained, 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced, 6 ounces bacon, cut into ½ -inch chunks , ¾ cup ketchup, ½ cup packed dark brown sugar, 3 tablespoons molasses, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoon white vinegar, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, salt, as desired
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or high for 4 hours. Stir and reduce heat to keep warm when finished cooking.

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Notes

  • Storage: Leftover beans can be refrigerated in a covered container for 2 to 3 days, or frozen for up to 6 months. Reheat in a saucepan over medium heat, or in the microwave (be sure to cover the beans because they tend to explode when microwaved). 
  • Vegetarian or vegan beans: Omit bacon. Substitute 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika for a slightly smoky flavor. 
  • More recipe options: For meaty beans, brown a pound of ground beef and add that to the mix. For BBQ baked beans, substitute your favorite barbecue sauce for the ketchup. For extra smoky beans, add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika (and the bacon). For spicier beans, add 1 diced jalapeño (leave the ribs and seeds in for extra heat), or cayenne powder, to taste (start with a ¼ teaspoon). For extra sweet beans, add more brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup. 

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75cup | Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 564mg | Potassium: 621mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 78IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 3mg

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