Barbecue Pork and Beans for a Crowd

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A similar version of this barbecue bean recipe was served as a side dish at our church 4th of July picnic every year. This is a very hearty recipe and it is very popular at potlucks.

Submitted by kandbhamm
Published on March 10, 2015
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 55 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 5 mins
Servings:
40
Yield:
40 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 40 servings

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed

  • 2 cups chopped onions

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained

  • 2 cups barbeque sauce

  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar

  • ¼ cup white vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained

  • 1 ½ pounds bacon

  • 2 (28 ounce) cans pork and beans, drained

  • 2 (28 ounce) cans pork and beans, undrained

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and fry until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add kidney beans, barbeque sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, liquid smoke, and pepper; cook until bubbly, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.

  2. When the beans have simmered for about 50 minutes, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and chop when cool enough to handle.

  3. Add black beans and chopped bacon to the Dutch oven. Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.

  4. Add drained pork and beans and undrained pork and beans. Cover and simmer until heated through, about 15 minutes.

Cook's Note:

You can add 1 pound ground meat or meat substitute for more protein and serve this as a main dish, accompanied by a salad and corn bread or rolls.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

200 Calories
4g Fat
33g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 40
Calories 200
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 663mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Dietary Fiber 6g 23%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 68mg 5%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 346mg 7%

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

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.