Southern Barbecued Bean Casserole

Indulge in the bold, smoky flavors of Southern Barbecued Bean Casserole, a hearty and soul-satisfying dish that's perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or cozy family dinners. This crowd-pleaser combines crispy bacon, tender baked beans, and a medley of kidney and pinto beans, all enveloped in a tangy-sweet barbecue sauce enriched with brown sugar, mustard, and a touch of apple cider vinegar. Smoked paprika and chili powder add a subtle, smoky heat, while sautéed onions and red bell peppers bring a burst of color and flavor. Baked to perfection with a caramelized top and finished with crunchy bacon crumbles, this casserole is a deliciously comforting centerpiece. Ready in just an hour, this make-ahead dish is sure to be a standout at any gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 slices Bacon
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 56 ounces Canned baked beans
• 15 ounces Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces Canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet, drain it on paper towels, and crumble it when cool. Set aside.

Step 3

Leave about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the skillet and add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed onion mixture, baked beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans.

Step 6

Stir in the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until everything is evenly combined.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the top.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly and slightly caramelized on top.

Step 10

Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3169.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3468.4

Total Fat 35.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 63.4mg	0%
Sodium 13267.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 681.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 110.0g	0%
Total Sugars 301.2g
Protein 144.8g	0%

Vitamin D 10.2IU	0%
Calcium 1223.0mg	0%
Iron 41.3mg	0%
Potassium 8844.0mg	0%

*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: 8.8%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 75.2%