Hawaiian Baked Beans Recipes Crock Pot
Description
Hawaiian Baked Beans are a delicious twist on a classic side dish. This dish is packed with flavor, combining the sweetness of brown sugar, the smokiness of bacon, and the richness of pineapple and tomato. It's the perfect accompaniment to your favorite grilled meats, or can be enjoyed as a main dish. The slow cooker makes it easy to prepare - just toss the ingredients in and let it work its magical flavor. This recipe is sure to be a hit at your next gathering and is sure to be a hit with your family!
Prep Time
This dish takes approximately 10 minutes to prepare. All you need to do is mix together the ingredients and add them to your slow cooker. It's that easy!
Cook Time
This dish takes approximately 4-6 hours to cook in the slow cooker. The longer you cook it, the more flavorful it will become. The beans should be cooked until they are tender and the sauce is thick and bubbly.
Ingredients
- 1 pound dried navy beans
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
Instructions
The night before you plan to cook, rinse and sort the beans. Place them in a large bowl and cover with enough water to cover them by at least 1 inch. Let the beans soak overnight.
The next morning, drain and rinse the beans. Place them in your slow cooker. Add the salt, brown sugar, ketchup, tomato sauce, pineapple juice, onion, garlic, black pepper, liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, and crumbled bacon. Stir to combine.
Cover and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours or until the beans are tender. Add the pineapple chunks during the last hour of cooking. Once the beans are tender and the sauce is thick and bubbly, remove from the heat and serve.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Large Bowl
Notes
Be sure to use a good quality bacon for this dish. The smoky flavor of the bacon plays a big role in the flavor of this dish. You can also add additional ingredients such as bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, or mushrooms.
Nutrition: Per Serving
Calories: 218, Fat: 5.8, Protein: 9.3, Carbohydrate: 34.3, Fiber: 5.3, Sugar: 20.6
Recipe Tips
For a vegan version of this dish, you can use a plant-based bacon alternative. You can also replace the canned pineapple with fresh pineapple if desired. To add a spicy kick, add a diced jalapeno pepper to the ingredients. You can also use other types of beans in this recipe such as black beans or kidney beans. If you like your beans to be a bit soupy, add additional pineapple juice or tomato sauce.
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