Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
32 ounce

pork and beans

1 cup

ketchup

1 tbsp

yellow mustard

0.25 cup

sweet pickle relish

0.33 cup

brown sugar

1 unit

beef bouillon cube

dissolved in hot water

1 tbsp

hot water

1 unit

yellow onion

chopped

0.25 cup

green pepper

chopped

1 pinch

fresh ground black pepper

to taste

1 dash

Tabasco sauce

to taste

3 slice

bacon

Step 1
~8 min

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

Step 2
~8 min

Spray casserole dish lightly with cooking oil.

Step 3
~8 min

In a mixing bowl, combine pork and beans, 1/2 cup ketchup, yellow mustard, beef bouillon dissolved in hot water, sweet pickle relish, chopped yellow onion, chopped green pepper, and brown sugar/molasses.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 4
~8 min

Mix well to ensure all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 5
~8 min

Add fresh ground black pepper and Tabasco sauce to taste.

Step 6
~8 min

Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.

Step 7
~8 min

Top with the remaining ketchup and bacon slices.

Step 8
~8 min

Cover the casserole dish with foil.

Step 9
~8 min

Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour.

Step 10
~8 min

Remove the foil from the casserole dish.

Step 11
~8 min

Increase oven temperature to 350 degrees F.

Step 12
~8 min

Bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until bacon is crispy and beans are bubbly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Use a combination of brown sugar and molasses for a richer taste.

Adjust the amount of ketchup and mustard to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepared 1-2 days in advance and refrigerated.

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 barbecues and potlucks.

Pair with grilled meats or vegetables.

Serve with cornbread or biscuits.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled ribs
Pulled pork sandwiches
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Ozarks, USA

Cultural Significance

Traditional comfort food in the Ozark region.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Barbecues
Potlucks
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Summer
Family gathering
Outdoor cooking

Popularity Score

75/100