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Bacon and Molasses Beans

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

4

thick-cut bacon slices, thinly sliced crosswise

2

medium onions, finely chopped

1

/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped

2

garlic cloves, minced

4

15-ounce cans Great Northern beans, rinsed, drained

1

/3 cup mild-flavored (light) molasses

1

/4 cup ketchup

1

/4 cup purchased barbecue sauce

1

tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1

tablespoon Dijon mustard

1

tablespoon apple cider vinegar

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Preparation

  1. Cook bacon in heavy large pot over medium heat until fat is rendered and bacon is crisp, about 5 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels; drain. Discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings in pot. Add onions, bell pepper and garlic to pot; sauté until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in bacon, beans and remaining ingredients. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer uncovered until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm over medium heat, stirring often, about 10 minutes.)