Southern Style Baked Beans

Why Make This Recipe

Southern Style Baked Beans are a perfect side dish for many meals, especially at cookouts, potlucks, or family dinners. They have a rich, smoky, and slightly sweet flavor that goes well with grilled meats, burgers, or even by themselves.

This recipe is easy to make using simple pantry ingredients. You don’t need to be an expert cook. With just a few steps, you can prepare a dish that tastes homemade and comforting.

Another great reason to make these beans is that they are great for leftovers. You can make them ahead of time and reheat them when ready to serve. The flavors get even better the next day!

How to Make Southern Style Baked Beans

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Ingredients:

• 2 (28 oz) cans baked beans with bacon
• ½ cup ketchup
• ½ cup BBQ sauce
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 5-6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced into ½-inch pieces

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a big bowl, mix the baked beans, ketchup, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and pepper.
3. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and spread it out evenly.
4. Sprinkle the chopped bacon evenly on top.
5. Bake uncovered for 60 to 90 minutes, or until the bacon is fully cooked and crispy.
6. Let the beans cool a bit before serving warm.