Baked Beans Two Ways

Really Involved but Totally Worth It Baked Beans

The BBQ Bible

4 oz. bacon, cut into 1/4-inch slivers

2 cups finely chopped onion

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

2 cans (15 oz) Great Northern or kidney beans, drained & rinsed

1/4 cup EACH firmly packed brown sugar, molasses, barbecue sauce, & ketchup

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon EACH dry mustard, prepared mustard, & cider vinegar

1 to 2 cups diced smoked or barbecued pork, ham, or brisket (optional)

Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Cook bacon in heavy pot on medium heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Discard all but 2 tablespoons fat. Add onion, garlic & ginger; saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat & stir in everything else. Bake 30" at 350.

Simply Terrific Baked Beans

2 cans baked beans

Bacon bits

Sautéed onions (optional)

Sweet Baby Rays BBQ Sauce

Drain extra juice from baked beans. Add a few handfuls bacon bits, onions, and drizzle BBQ sauce. Stir gently. Bake 30" at 350.