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Smoked Baked Beans Recipe with Burnt Ends and Pickled Jalapeños

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A smoky, spicy, and tangy baked beans recipe featuring smoked burnt end chunks and pickled jalapeños, perfect for cookouts and casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups smoked burnt end chunks, cubed (leftovers from smoked brisket)
  • 3 cans (15 oz each) navy or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/3 cup pickled jalapeños, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent and soft. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. In a large bowl, combine brown sugar, ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir well until smooth.
  4. Stir the sautéed onions and garlic into the sauce mixture. Fold in drained beans and chopped pickled jalapeños.
  5. Gently mix in the burnt end chunks, ensuring they are evenly distributed but not mashed.
  6. Pour the entire bean mixture into a large oven-safe casserole dish or Dutch oven, spreading it out evenly.
  7. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Check around 30 minutes and stir gently to prevent sticking. The top should be bubbling and slightly caramelized.
  8. Optional: Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end to get a slightly charred top, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  9. Let the beans cool for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

If beans seem dry during baking, stir in a splash of water or broth. Adjust salt and spice before baking to avoid flat flavors. For a vegetarian version, skip burnt ends and add smoked tofu or mushrooms. Leftovers taste better after a day or two. Reheat gently with added liquid if needed. Broil leftovers for a crispy top.

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Keywords: smoked baked beans, burnt ends, pickled jalapeños, BBQ side dish, smoky baked beans, easy baked beans recipe, potluck recipe

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