How to Make Barbecue Pork and Beans for a Crowd - A Step-by-Step Guide

Everyone loves a good barbecue, and nothing pairs better with smoky grilled meats than a hearty side of pork and beans. This recipe for Barbecue Pork and Beans for a crowd is perfect for summer cookouts, potlucks, or any occasion where you need to feed a large group of hungry guests. It's a classic dish that's easy to make and sure to please everyone at the table.

What makes this recipe so special is the combination of tender, juicy pork and flavorful, smoky beans. The pork is slow-co...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 2 cups chopped onions
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained
  • 2 cups barbeque sauce
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained
  • 1 ½ pounds bacon
  • 2 (28 ounce) cans pork and beans, drained
  • 2 (28 ounce) cans pork and beans, undrained

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 55 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 40
  • Yield: 40 servings

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and fry until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add kidney beans, barbeque sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, liquid smoke, and pepper; cook until bubbly, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
  • When the beans have simmered for about 50 minutes, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and chop when cool enough to handle.
  • Add black beans and chopped bacon to the Dutch oven. Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
  • Add drained pork and beans and undrained pork and beans. Cover and simmer until heated through, about 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    200 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 663mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 68mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 346mg