BBQ Baked Beans with Missouri KC Sweet & Smokey BBQ Infused Olive Oil

Slow-simmered beans, crisp bacon, sweet onions, and a glossy barbecue sauce come together in a pan that smells like a backyard cookout from the first stir. The Missouri Kansas City Sweet & Smokey BBQ Infused Olive Oil Blend layers chipotle, smoked paprika, and savory herb notes into the pot so the beans pick up a deeper barbecue finish as they bake. It is the kind of side dish that fits right in at a summer cookout, game day spread, or family dinner, and it always disappears fast.

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BBQ Baked Beans with Missouri KC Sweet & Smokey BBQ Infused Olive Oil

These BBQ baked beans bring together tender beans, smoky bacon, tangy sauce, and sweet molasses richness, all rounded out with the bold Kansas City barbecue character of Missouri Kansas City Sweet & Smokey BBQ Infused Olive Oil Blend.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 8 people

Course: Appetizers, Side Dishes

Cuisine: American Classics, Fusion Cuisine

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

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Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Missouri Kansas City Sweet & Smokey BBQ Infused Olive Oil Blend
• 6 slices bacon chopped
• 1 medium yellow onion diced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 2 cans 15 ounces each navy beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can 15 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 cup water

Equipment

• 1 Large skillet For cooking the bacon and onion
• 1 9x13-inch baking dish Oven-safe casserole dish works too
• 1 Wooden spoon For stirring the bean mixture
• 1 set Measuring cups and spoons For accurate sauce balance
• 1 Oven Preheated to 350°F

Method

 

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or a large oven-safe casserole dish.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp, then transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving about 1 tablespoon of drippings in the pan.
3. Add the onion to the skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring often, until softened and lightly golden. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
4. Add the Missouri Kansas City Sweet & Smokey BBQ Infused Olive Oil Blend, navy beans, kidney beans, barbecue sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, cayenne, water, and most of the bacon. Stir until everything is well coated.
5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
6. Bake uncovered for 45 to 55 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the sauce is thick, the beans are bubbling, and the top looks glossy.
7. Sprinkle the remaining bacon over the beans and let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving so the sauce settles a little.
8. Serve warm.

Notes

These beans hold up well on a buffet or picnic table, and the sauce gets even richer after a short rest. If you like a sweeter finish, add another tablespoon of brown sugar before baking. For a little more smoke, use a darker barbecue sauce with a molasses-forward profile.

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Recipe Tips

Let the beans bake until the sauce thickens and the top turns glossy and caramelized. If the mixture looks a little loose before baking, give it a few extra minutes on the stove so the flavors can settle together.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these beans next to pulled pork sandwiches, grilled burgers, ribs, hot dogs, or cornbread. They also work well as part of a potluck table with slaw, potato salad, and pickles.

Storage

Cool the beans completely, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the oven with a splash of water if needed to loosen the sauce.

Variations

For a meatless version, leave out the bacon and use olive oil to sauté the onions. You can also stir in diced bell pepper, a little extra brown sugar, or a spoonful of mustard for a different flavor edge.

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