Description
A flavorful and hearty dish made with a variety of beans, tomatoes, and spices, perfect for gatherings and barbecues.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 4 slices)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pinto beans, black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, barbecue sauce, chopped onion, chopped bell pepper, crumbled bacon, brown sugar, garlic powder, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Stir until well mixed.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the bean mixture to a 2-quart baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the beans are bubbly and slightly thickened.
- Let the baked beans cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños to the bean mixture.
- For a vegetarian version, you can add a tablespoon of liquid smoke for a smoky flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg