Smoked Baked Beans

Source: https://keviniscooking.com/smoked-baked-beans/

Total Time: 3 hours

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon
  • 2 cups red onion (about 1 large onion)
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and diced
  • 2 15 oz cans pinto beans rinsed drained (See Note 1)
  • 2 15 oz cans white beans rinsed drained (See Note 1)
  • 1 cup favorite BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup dark molasses
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp chili seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your smoker to 250°F. 
  2. Cut the bacon crosswise into 1/2 inch pieces. Cook bacon in a large skillet (cast iron) or Dutch oven over medium heat until rendered and crisp. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain and set aside. Leave bacon fat in pan.
  3. Add onions to pan and cook for 5 minutes. Add garlic, jalapeño and stir for a minute.
  4. Add drained beans, BBQ sauce, vinegar, molasses, tomato paste, mustard, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. Bring to a boil. Carefully transfer to smoker and bake 3 hours uncovered, until liquid thickens and beans are glazed. Stir occasionally if desired (See Note 2). Add cooked bacon, stir through and serve.

Propane Smoker Safety

  1. Read and follow the manufacturer’s instruction manual
  2. Position your smoker in a safe location, at least 5 feet from the house and clear of any outdoor decorations and/or furniture.
  3. Check your tank and hoses for leaks
  4. Follow proper ignition practices
  5. Be present and check your smoker often
  6. Be aware of Fire knowledge & safety, make sure to have an extinguisher on hand!
  7. Be aware of smoke and the harm it can cause 

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