Mohamed Shili This delicious Julia Child Baked Beans recipe is a quick and easy side dish packed with smoky bacon, sweet brown sugar, and tangy mustard. Perfect for barbecues or cozy family dinners, it comes together with simple pantry ingredients. Serve it hot alongside grilled meats or cornbread for a comforting and flavorful meal!
Ingredients Needed
- ½ pound (8 ounces) bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 (15-ounce) cans baked beans
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup prepared mustard (adjust to taste)
How To Make Baked Beans
- Cook the Bacon: Place chopped bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until crispy and browned.
- Sauté the Onion: Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet with the bacon. Sauté until soft and translucent. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add Beans and Sauce: Stir in the baked beans, brown sugar, ketchup, and mustard. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
- Simmer Until Bubbly: Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot and bubbling.Serve Warm: Enjoy as a side dish with grilled meats, cornbread, or a fresh salad!
Recipe Tips
- Cook the Bacon Properly: Make sure the bacon is crispy before adding the onions. This adds a smoky crunch and prevents sogginess.
- Drain Extra Grease: Too much bacon grease can make the beans oily. Drain it after cooking the onions if needed.
- Adjust Sweetness: If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the brown sugar or add a splash of vinegar for balance.
- Simmer for Best Flavor: Let the beans cook on low heat for at least 10 minutes so the flavors blend well.
- Use Smoked Paprika for Depth: A pinch of smoked paprika makes the beans taste even richer and more flavorful.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
- Refrigerate: Transfer leftover baked beans to an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Place leftover baked beans in a freezer-safe container, leaving some space for expansion. Freeze for up to 3 months. To thaw, place them in the fridge overnight before reheating.
- Refrigerate: Put leftover baked beans in a sealed container. Keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Fact
Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 253 grams)
- Calories: 382
- Total Fat: 5.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Potassium: 370 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 54.6 g
- Dietary Fiber: 12.7 g
- Sugars: 12 g
- Protein: 14.02 g
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Julia Child Baked Beans
Description
This delicious Julia Child Baked Beans recipe is a quick and easy side dish packed with smoky bacon, sweet brown sugar, and tangy mustard. Perfect for barbecues or cozy family dinners, it comes together with simple pantry ingredients. Serve it hot alongside grilled meats or cornbread for a comforting and flavorful meal!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon: Place chopped bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until crispy and browned.
- Sauté the Onion: Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet with the bacon. Sauté until soft and translucent. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add Beans and Sauce: Stir in the baked beans, brown sugar, ketchup, and mustard. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
- Simmer Until Bubbly: Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot and bubbling.Serve Warm: Enjoy as a side dish with grilled meats, cornbread, or a fresh salad!
Notes
- Cook the Bacon Properly: Make sure the bacon is crispy before adding the onions. This adds a smoky crunch and prevents sogginess.
- Drain Extra Grease: Too much bacon grease can make the beans oily. Drain it after cooking the onions if needed.
- Adjust Sweetness: If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the brown sugar or add a splash of vinegar for balance.
- Simmer for Best Flavor: Let the beans cook on low heat for at least 10 minutes so the flavors blend well.
- Use Smoked Paprika for Depth: A pinch of smoked paprika makes the beans taste even richer and more flavorful.
Julia Child Baked Beans
