Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
29 unit

pork and beans

canned

0.5 unit

red onion

diced

1 unit

green bell pepper

diced

6 slice

thick cut bacon

diced

0.33 cup

yellow mustard

0.33 cup

light brown sugar

0.33 cup

sweet thai chili sauce

0.33 cup

barbecue sauce

0.33 cup

spicy bbq sauce

2 tsp

spicy cajun seasoning

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~3 min

Dice the bacon into small pieces.

Step 3
~3 min

Sauté the diced bacon in a skillet until browned.

Step 4
~3 min

Drain the bacon, reserving some of the drippings in the skillet.

Step 5
~3 min

Dice the red onion and green bell pepper.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the diced red onion and green bell pepper to the skillet with the reserved bacon drippings.

Step 7
~3 min

Sauté the onion and pepper until the onion is translucent and both are tender.

Step 8
~3 min

Drain off any excess drippings from the skillet.

Step 9
~3 min

Drain the juices from one can of pork and beans.

Step 10
~3 min

Empty the contents of both cans of pork and beans into a baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~3 min

Add the fried onion, bacon bits, and green pepper to the beans in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~3 min

Add the yellow mustard, barbecue sauce, spicy BBQ sauce, sweet thai chili sauce, light brown sugar, and cajun seasoning to the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~3 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

Step 14
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Step 15
~3 min

Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of brown sugar and chili sauce to your preference.

For a smokier flavor, add a few drops of liquid smoke.

Top with shredded cheese during the last few minutes of baking.

Use different types of beans for variety.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish at a barbecue.

Pair with grilled meats or vegetables.

Serve with cornbread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Hamburgers
Hot Dogs
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common side dish at barbecues and potlucks.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

4th of July
Labor Day
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Summer
Party
Barbecue
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100