BBQ Baked Beans

Description:

This dish is an adaptation based off of New England style baked beans. Over time, baked beans became popular throughout the United States and were adapted to different tastes. It is uncertain where and when barbecue baked beans gained prominence, but it is likely that they became popular in Southern or Midwest cities with a large barbecue culture, such as Kansas City. Barbecue baked beans are a quintessential side dish in barbecue restaurants across the country and pair great with barbecued meats and other side dishes.

Ingredients:

• 1 can navy beans

• 1/2 cup (60 g) of brisket burnt ends (see recipe)

• 3/4 cup (90 g) BBQ sauce (see recipe)

• 1/2 tbsp mustard (8 g)

• 1 tsp chili powder (6 g)

• 1/2 medium onion, diced

• 1 tsp vegetable oil (5 ml)

• Salt & pepper.

Preparation:

Add the oil to a pot over medium heat. Cook the onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Then add the beans, meat, BBQ sauce, mustard and chili powder. Simmer on low for 10 minutes and adjust seasoning with salt & pepper.

Notes:

• Feel free to use a can of pre-made baked beans and omit the brown sugar in the recipe.

• You can substitute the brisket meat in this recipe with bacon or pulled pork.

• You can substitute the navy beans for cannelini or pinto beans.