Description

Crockpot Bacon-Bourbon Baked Beans are a flavor-packed dish that combines the sweetness of maple syrup and molasses with the smoky richness of bacon and the warmth of bourbon. This easy recipe allows you to create a crowd-pleasing side dish with minimal effort, making it perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. With its hearty texture and delightful blend of ingredients, these baked beans will have your guests coming back for seconds. Just soak the beans overnight, toss everything in the crockpot, and let it slowly cook until perfectly tender. Your gatherings will never be the same!

Ingredients

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1 lb dry navy beans (soaked overnight)
12 oz applewood smoked bacon (chopped)
1 sweet onion (chopped)
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup bourbon (or additional chicken stock)
3/4 cup BBQ sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons molasses
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup

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Instructions

Soak the beans overnight in a large pot of water. Drain and rinse before use.
In a skillet, brown chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
In the same skillet, caramelize chopped onion in the bacon grease for about 15 minutes, then add minced garlic for an additional 2 minutes.
In a large pot, combine soaked beans, chicken stock, bourbon (if using), BBQ sauce, ketchup, molasses, and maple syrup. Bring to a boil then transfer to your crockpot.
Stir in the cooked bacon along with onions and garlic into the crockpot.
Cover and cook on high for 5-6 hours or low for 10-12 hours. Stir occasionally.
For thicker sauce, let sit on warm for an additional 30 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours (high) / 10 hours (low)
Category: Side Dish
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 270
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 15mg