Best Baked Bean Recipe Using Bushs Baked Beans (Our Family Favorite)

Best Baked Bean Recipe Using Bushs Baked Beans (Our Family Favorite)
Best Baked Bean Recipe Using Bushs Baked Beans (Our Family Favorite)

Alright, so I’ve been craving some good old baked beans lately, and I wanted something a little more exciting than just heating them straight from the can. I got a can of Bush’s Baked Beans and decided to see what kind of magic I could work. This is what I did and how it turned out. I hope you will like it and follow it.

Getting Started

First, I gathered all my ingredients. Besides the Bush’s Baked Beans, I grabbed some bacon, an onion, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, and a little bit of apple cider vinegar. I figured these would be a good starting point to kick things up a notch.

Cooking the Bacon and Onions

I started by chopping up the bacon into small pieces. I love bacon, so I might have used a little more than necessary. I threw it into a hot pan and cooked it until it was nice and crispy. Took that crispy bacon out and set it aside, but kept all that lovely bacon grease in the pan. Then, I diced up an onion and tossed it into the pan with the bacon grease. Cooked that until the onions were soft and a bit caramelized, probably about 5-7 minutes. It smelled pretty darn good.

Best Baked Bean Recipe Using Bushs Baked Beans (Our Family Favorite)

Mixing Everything Together

Now for the fun part. I opened the can of Bush’s Baked Beans and poured them into a medium-sized baking dish. I added the cooked onions, a good amount of brown sugar, a squirt of ketchup, and a dollop of mustard. I also added a splash of apple cider vinegar for a bit of tanginess. I mixed everything together until it was all combined nicely. Then, I sprinkled the crispy bacon over the top.

Baking Time

I preheated my oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. I covered the baking dish with foil and popped it into the oven. I let that bake for about 45 minutes, then removed the foil and baked it for another 15 minutes to let the top get a little bit bubbly and browned. I wanted to make sure everything was heated through and the flavors had a chance to meld together.

The Final Result

When I pulled the beans out of the oven, they smelled absolutely amazing. The brown sugar and bacon had created this sweet and savory aroma that was just irresistible. I let them cool for a few minutes before digging in. They were so good! The beans were tender, the sauce was thick and flavorful, and the bacon added that perfect smoky crunch. It was definitely a step up from plain baked beans. I will cook them again!

So, there you have it. That’s how I took a simple can of Bush’s Baked Beans and turned it into something a little more special. It was a pretty easy process, and the results were delicious. If you’re looking for a way to spice up your baked beans, I definitely recommend giving this a try. You might surprise yourself!

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