Description
A delicious twist on barbecue-side beans featuring sweet molasses, smoky brisket, and a hint of bourbon, perfect for backyard cookouts and potlucks.
Ingredients
- 117 oz canned baked beans
- 30 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 30 oz red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 18–20 oz your favorite BBQ sauce
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 yellow pepper, chopped
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 1/2–1 serrano pepper, finely chopped
- 2 lb brown sugar
- 1 lb smoked brisket, chopped
- 1 cup bourbon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat smoker or oven to 325°F.
- Pour baked beans into a colander and rinse black and kidney beans.
- Combine all beans, BBQ sauce, onion, peppers, brown sugar, brisket, and bourbon in a large aluminum tray.
- Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Place tray in smoker or oven and smoke for 60-90 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Use a thermometer to ensure the internal temperature is hot and steaming.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, omit brisket and use smoked tempeh or liquid smoke.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American