DR BILLS BARBECUE BEANS
Serves 12-16.
8 ounces bacon, diced (about 8 slices) 1 medium sweet onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup purchased barbecue sauce 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons ground black pepper 1/3 cup maple syrup 1/3 cup light corn syrup 3 28-oz. cans pork and beans, drained 2/3 cup dark beer (or apple juice)
Cooking Directions In large skillet, fry bacon until lightly browned; remove extra fat from pan and discard.
Stir onion and bell peppers into skillet and saute until vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
In 4-quart baking dish, stir together bacon, vegetables and remaining ingredients.
Cover and bake for 45-60 minutes, until heated through.
Serving Suggestions Perfect for a backyard BBQ meal, these beans are sure to please.
Nutrition Facts Calories 320 calories; Protein 8 grams; Fat 4 grams; Sodium 790 milligrams; Cholesterol 10 milligrams; Saturated Fat 1 grams; Carbohydrates 62 grams; Fiber 8 grams Recipe courtesy of National Pork Board. For more information about The Other White Meat, visit TheOtherWhiteMeat.com
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