Potluck Baked Beans

These potluck baked beans are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, offering a rich balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors. The combination of tender kidney beans and honey-baked beans creates a luscious, saucy texture that clings beautifully to every bite. Savory ground beef and aromatic onions add heartiness, while ketchup and brown sugar provide that classic backyard barbecue glaze. A splash of vinegar cuts through the sweetness, keeping the dish bright and balanced. Ideal for slow-cooking until thick and bubbly, these beans taste even better the next day. They are a staple for picnics, tailgates, and Sunday suppers, requiring minimal effort for maximum impact. Serve them warm alongside grilled meats or cornbread for a complete, comforting meal that everyone will love.

Cooking Method: Baking, Grilling, Slow Cooking, Smoking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Side Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 16

Calories: 582.3

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

These potluck baked beans are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, offering a rich balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors. The combination of tender kidney beans and honey-baked beans creates a luscious, saucy texture that clings beautifully to every bite. Savory ground beef and aromatic onions add heartiness, while ketchup and brown sugar provide that classic backyard barbecue glaze. A splash of vinegar cuts through the sweetness, keeping the dish bright and balanced. Ideal for slow-cooking until thick and bubbly, these beans taste even better the next day. They are a staple for picnics, tailgates, and Sunday suppers, requiring minimal effort for maximum impact. Serve them warm alongside grilled meats or cornbread for a complete, comforting meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

3/4 pound Cooked ground beef
1 cup Chopped onion
2 Oz cans Brick oven baked

Directions

1
Preheat your slow cooker to the low setting.
2
In a large bowl, combine the cooked ground beef and chopped onion.
3
Add the two cans of baked beans to the bowl with the beef and onion.
4
Stir in ketchup, brown sugar, white vinegar, chopped green bell pepper, and liquid barbecue smoke until all ingredients are well combined.
5
Transfer the mixture into the slow cooker.
6
Cover and cook on low for two hours, stirring occasionally if desired.
7
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 16

Amount Per Serving
Calories 582.3kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 48.8g76%
Saturated Fat 9.6g48%
Cholesterol 66.4mg23%
Sodium 63.7mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 12.5g5%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g24%
Sugars 4.5g
Protein 27.4g55%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: baked beans, potluck, barbecue, side dish, kidney beans, ground beef, slow cooker, crockpot, summer recipe, american comfort food, picnic food, tailgating, savory, smoky, easy recipe, crowd pleaser

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