The BEST Baked Bean Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Learn how to make the best baked beans recipe with three types of beans and a sweet smokey sauce in a single pan on the stove and just 45 minutes!

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 250kcal

Author: Sarah Thomas-Drawbaugh

Equipment

1 Dutch oven with lid
1 colander

Ingredients

1 cup sweet onion diced small
1 can kidney beans 15.5 ounce can, rinsed and drained
1 can butter beans 15.5 ounce can, rinsed and drained
1 can vegetarian baked beans 16 ounce can Bush's vegetarian baked beans, with sauce
¾ cup ketchup Heinz brand
¼ cup light brown sugar packed
1.5 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ - ½ cup chicken broth vegetable broth works too
pinch kosher salt to taste
pinch cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

Saute the Onions

Lightly spray a large sauté pan with cooking spray. Add the diced sweet and sweat until translucent.

Combine

Add the drained and rinsed kidney beans, butter beans, and 1 can of the baked beans (with sauce).
Next, add the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, mustard powder, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, pinch kosher salt, and cracked black pepper. Stir well.
Option to add protein of choice. Grilled chicken sausage coins, browned ground beef, or crispy bacon all work well.

Simmer

Let everything simmer over low heat on the stovetop for 35-45 minutes or until the beans have softened and the sauce has thickened up. Make sure to stir occasionally so nothing sticks to the bottom of the pan.
If the sauce gets too thick, add a touch more broth. Serve hot from the pan.

Notes

How to Store

Store any leftover beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for four to five days. Reheat in the microwave until heated through. Serve as a dish dish with sandwiches, grilled chicken or ribs. Looking for more delicious side dishes?

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