Gramma Beaton's Brown Sugar Beans

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This recipe was given to me by my Aunt Joan, who got it from her neighbor. It is deceptively simple, but so good. I just took it to a potluck and got rave reviews: 'These beans are awesome!'

Submitted by Luanne
Updated on July 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
6 hrs
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
14 hrs 10 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds dry kidney beans, soaked overnight

  • 1 pound bacon, diced

  • 1 cup brown sugar

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 cups water, or as needed

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place beans in a Dutch oven or large casserole dish. Mix in bacon, brown sugar, and onion; season with salt and pepper. Add just enough water to barely cover the beans.

  2. Cover, and bake for 6 to 8 hours in the preheated oven. Add more water if necessary.

Slow cooker instructions

Place beans, bacon, onion, salt and pepper into a slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 hours, or until beans are tender.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

326 Calories
6g Fat
53g Carbs
17g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 326
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 14mg 5%
Sodium 273mg 12%
Total Carbohydrate 53g 19%
Dietary Fiber 9g 31%
Total Sugars 19g
Protein 17g 33%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 64mg 5%
Iron 4mg 22%
Potassium 805mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.