Burgers and hot dogs may get all the attention, but let’s be honest, no good BBQ is complete without a solid bean dish.
And no, we’re not just talking about the sad can of baked beans someone forgot to doctor up.
We’re talking bold, smoky, sweet, spicy, tangy, maybe even a little crunchy. The kind of beans that steal a little spotlight on your plate.
These five bean recipes bring serious flavor, zero fuss, and deserve a permanent invitation to every cookout. Don’t be surprised if they disappear before the burgers do.
Smoky Bourbon Baked Beans With Apples and Bacon
Image Credit: State of Dinner.
These baked beans are smoky, a little sweet, and warmed with a splash of bourbon. The caramelized apple adds a subtle twist that blends beautifully with the bacon, maple, and spices.
Get the Recipe: Smoky Bourbon Baked Beans With Apples and Bacon
Easy Baked Beans With Ground Beef
Image Credit: Bless this Meal.
These Easy Baked Beans with Ground Beef are hearty, smoky, and sweet. They’re simmered to perfection with savory beef, green peppers, brown sugar, and a hint of mustard.
Get the Recipe: Easy Baked Beans With Ground Beef
Easy Southern Baked Beans With Ground Beef Recipe
Image Credit: Supermom Shuffles Cooking.
This Easy Southern Baked Beans with Ground Beef is one of the easiest and most delicious summertime side dishes you’ll ever make. It’s the perfect side dish for any summer (or winter) grilling occasion.
Get the Recipe: Easy Southern Baked Beans With Ground Beef Recipe
Spanish Style Gigante Bean Salad
Image Credit: Coley Cooks.
This simple gigante bean salad is rich, smoky, and vinegary, creamy, crunchy, and will have you coming back for seconds. It can be served warm or cold and is rich in Spanish flavors, including sherry vinegar and smoked paprika.
Get the Recipe: Spanish Style Gigante Bean Salad
Mexican Beans (Frijoles de la Olla)
Image Credit: Earth to Veg.
Frijoles de la Olla, or Mexican-style beans cooked in a pot, are a healthy, hearty, and budget-friendly bean option. Packed with plant-based protein and fiber, these beans only require four ingredients and a couple of hours of hands-off cooking.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Beans (Frijoles de la Olla)
Leave a Reply