Bring the rich, smoky flavors of the South to your table with this hearty Paula Deen Beans recipe. Packed with crispy bacon, sweet molasses, and savory baked beans, this dish strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with the addition of ketchup, yellow mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. A hint of smoked paprika and caramelized onions elevate its bold, comforting taste, while a sprinkling of bacon on top adds irresistible crunch. Ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make, oven-baked dish serves up classic Southern comfort in every bite. Ready in just over an hour, these baked beans are a crowd-pleasing side that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or a fresh salad.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Slice the bacon into small pieces and cook it in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
In the same skillet, add the onion and cook it in the bacon fat until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the baked beans, ketchup, yellow mustard, brown sugar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, ground black pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir to combine.
Add the cooked onions, garlic, and half of the bacon pieces to the bean mixture. Stir well to incorporate.
Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining bacon pieces over the top of the beans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the beans are bubbling and the top is caramelized.
Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Southern-style Paula Deen Beans!
Calories |
783 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 18.9 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 2112 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.3 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 103.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1649 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.