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One-Bowl BBQ Baked Beans Easy Recipe for Busy Weeknights

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A simple, no-fuss baked beans recipe packed with smoky, tangy BBQ flavor, perfect for busy weeknights and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (15 oz / 425g each) canned navy beans or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) canned baked beans in tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) ketchup
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste (about 1/4 teaspoon)
  • Optional add-ins:
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) chopped cooked bacon or smoked sausage
  • Hot sauce or cayenne pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or spray a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed navy or great northern beans with the canned baked beans (including sauce).
  3. Add ketchup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to the bowl. Stir well until the sauce is thick and beans are evenly coated.
  4. If using, gently fold in chopped cooked bacon or smoked sausage.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly and pressing down slightly without mashing the beans.
  6. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until the sauce bubbles and thickens. Tent with foil for the last 10 minutes if the top browns too quickly.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Rinse beans to reduce excess salt and prevent overly thick sauce. Use smoked paprika for authentic smoky flavor. Adjust sweetness and heat by adding more apple cider vinegar or cayenne pepper. For vegan version, omit bacon and Worcestershire sauce and add liquid smoke.

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