Sweet And Spicy Bourbon Baked Beans Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside.
• STEP 3.In the same skillet, sauté the onions and garlic until they are soft and translucent.
• STEP 4.Add the bourbon, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce to the skillet. Stir to combine.
• STEP 5.Add the cooked bacon and beans to the skillet. Stir to coat the beans in the sauce.
• STEP 6.Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and cover with foil.
• STEP 7.Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened.
• STEP 8.Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
• STEP 9.Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot.

Cooking Tips

• For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of Worcestershire sauce.
• If you prefer a spicier flavor, add more hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• These baked beans can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Serve these sweet and spicy bourbon baked beans as a side dish with grilled meats, burgers, or sandwiches.
• They also make a great topping for baked potatoes or nachos.